To investigate a possible correlation between sexual hormonal status and the presence of female sexual dysfunction (FSD) using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) in females with spinal cord injuries (SCI), we selected 39 SCI fertile-aged women. At visit 1, we assessed the presence of FSD using the FSFI, and all individuals were submitted to a blood hormone evaluation on the third day of th...

INTRODUCTION Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to the cyclic occurrence of a set of disturbing physical, emotional or behavioral alterations that are of sufficient severity to interfere with interpersonal relations and routine life. Normal variations in gonadal estrogen and progesterone lead to biochemical reactions in the brain, resulting in PMS symptoms. This study aims to investigate the pr...

Alcohol has been widely consumed for centuries and is linked to the aggravation of diseases. Several studies have shown that excessive consumption ethanol results in morphophysiological changes male reproductive system. One effects decrease testosterone concentration hormonal therapies are an alternative minimize resulting from chronic alcoholism. Qualitative were commonly carried out evaluate ...

The mammary gland of the rat undergoes profound metabolic changes after parturition. The rate of oxygen uptake, the respiratory quotient (l), and the activity of the phosphogluconic acid oxidative pathway increase markedly (2, 3). These alterations disappear within 1 or 2 days after the suckling young are weaned. The hormonal “environment” also changes at these times. After parturition, the sou...