Increased prenatal exposure to cortisol and lifelong health consequences in women

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Increased prenatal exposure to cortisol and lifelong health consequences in women

Cortisol (F) is one of the most fascinating hormones in the body. It is an immunosuppressant, yet elevated levels are needed for survival in sepsis. Although the extreme conditions of adrenal insufficiency and Cushing’s syndrome can have deadly consequences, recent attention has focused on whether s…

Volume 112, Issue 4, Pages 655–656

Authors:

Mark O. Goodarzi, M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

Reflections on "3rd trimester cortisol status was associated with offspring sex and PCOS status. Odense Child Cohort" by Andersen et al.


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