Genetic variation in progesterone receptor tied to prematurity risk
Humans have unexpectedly high genetic variation in the receptor for a key pregnancy-maintaining hormone, according to research. The finding may help explain why some populations of pregnant women have an elevated risk of premature birth. Link: Genetic variation in progesterone receptor tied to prematurity risk Source: Gynecology Science Daily
Higher body fat linked to lower breast cancer risk in younger women
An analysis has linked higher body mass index, or BMI, to lower breast cancer risk for younger women, even for women within a normal weight range. Link: Higher body fat linked to lower breast cancer risk in younger women Source: Gynecology Science Daily
Long-term estrogen therapy changes microbial activity in the gut
Long-term therapy with estrogen and bazedoxifene alters the microbial composition and activity in the gut, affecting how estrogen is metabolized, a new study in mice found. Link: Long-term estrogen therapy changes microbial activity in the gut Source: Gynecology Science Daily
New findings link estrogen and T cell immune response to autoimmune inflammation
Women are more prone to the development of autoimmune diseases. The female hormone estrogen is likely to affect the immune system. A team of scientists reported new findings related to the involvement of estrogen hormone receptor in autoimmune diseases. Link: New findings link estrogen and T cell immune response to autoimmune inflammation Source: Gynecology Science […]