In women, elevated prolactin levels are thought to cause infertility by suppressing pulsatile gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) release that is necessary to induce luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) secretion and ovulation (41)
Each molecule has its unique role in maintaining biological balance, though both support cellular health through different mechanisms
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evaluation needed if bleeding is persistent (more than 14 days continuous) or heavy Cycle completely stops (amenorrhea): Multiple possible mechanisms: excessive caloric restriction, body fat percentage dropping below threshold for menstruation (typically under 18% to 20%), hypothalamic suppression, or pregnancy Typical timeline: if related to Zepbound, usually after 12+ weeks and significant weight loss (more than 15% of body weight) What it means: needs evaluation
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