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This study aimed to review the modern literature on the problems of adolescent obesity and the pathogenesis of menstrual dysfunction in overweight adolescents and women of reproductive age. In recent years, a large number of works have been published on the relationship of hyperinsulinemia with ovarian hyperandrogenism. Most authors recognize that insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia contribute to polycystic ovary syndrome formation. The formation of menstrual disorders in overweight girls is based on the violation of gonadotropin secretion, insulin resistance, and hyperinsulinemia, which over time lead to hyperandrogenism. A decreased level of somatotropic hormone and insulin-like growth factor and an increased level of leptin leads to malfunctions in the correct functioning of the hypothalamic-pituitary system. These changes disturb the ovulatory function and, consequently, adolescent reproductive health. The relationship between obesity and depression is actively discussed by foreign authors, and the obtained results often contradict each other. Most studies suggest that excessive weight gain during adolescence can lead to depression, negative mood, and low self-esteem. This study analyzes the results of research by domestic and foreign authors on the issues of diagnosis and treatment. Menstrual disorder therapy against the background of overweight adolescent girls is a matter of dispute among clinicians. With weight loss in adolescents, a significant improvement is found in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, decreased levels of hepatic transaminases, and a decreased severity of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.
This study aimed to review the modern literature on the problems of adolescent obesity and the pathogenesis of menstrual dysfunction in overweight adolescents and women of reproductive age. In recent years, a large number of works have been published on the relationship of hyperinsulinemia with ovarian hyperandrogenism. Most authors recognize that insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia contribute to polycystic ovary syndrome formation. The formation of menstrual disorders in overweight girls is based on the violation of gonadotropin secretion, insulin resistance, and hyperinsulinemia, which over time lead to hyperandrogenism. A decreased level of somatotropic hormone and insulin-like growth factor and an increased level of leptin leads to malfunctions in the correct functioning of the hypothalamic-pituitary system. These changes disturb the ovulatory function and, consequently, adolescent reproductive health. The relationship between obesity and depression is actively discussed by foreign authors, and the obtained results often contradict each other. Most studies suggest that excessive weight gain during adolescence can lead to depression, negative mood, and low self-esteem. This study analyzes the results of research by domestic and foreign authors on the issues of diagnosis and treatment. Menstrual disorder therapy against the background of overweight adolescent girls is a matter of dispute among clinicians. With weight loss in adolescents, a significant improvement is found in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, decreased levels of hepatic transaminases, and a decreased severity of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.
BACKGROUND: The pituitary gland is an endocrine gland that plays a crucial role in the regulation of metabolism, physical and sexual development. Modern medical imaging techniques allow the study of changes in the hypothalamic-pituitary region in children with low physical development [1–3]. AIM: The aim of the study was to investigate the state of the hypothalamic-pituitary region in children with different forms of nanism using magnetic resonance imaging. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study included 102 boys and 96 girls with complaints of growth retardation. Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain with targeted studies of the pituitary region of children and adolescents aged 8–15 years was studied. Using a high-field magnetic resonance imager, the brain was scanned in the axial, coronal, and sagittal planes using standard modes and targeted examination of the pituitary region using T1- and T2-weighted pulse sequences with a slice thickness of 2.0 mm. Inclusions in the pituitary gland requiring differential diagnosis betwe en adenoma and Rathke’s cleft cyst were imaged with intravenous contrast. The physical development of the children was evaluated using the AntroPlus computer program. The significance of differences between groups was determined by the confidence interval; differences were considered significant at p 0.05. RESULTS: Analysis of the obtained data shows that 92.0% of children and adolescents with idiopathic stunting have a standard deviation of growth from –2.0 to –3.0. In these children, hypoplasia of the pituitary gland was found in 36.4% of cases, residual structures of Rathke's cleft cyst in 16.5%, and inactive pituitary adenoma in 4.2%. Normal structure of the pituitary gland was found in the remaining children. In the group of patients with growth hormone deficiency, children with standard deviation of growth coefficient from –3.0 to –4.0 are more frequent (52.6% of patients), and 31.4% of boys and girls have growth retardation more than –4 σ. In these children, in addition to hypothalamic-pituitary masses and hypoplasia of the adenohypophysis, magnetic resonance imaging revealed in 26.7% of cases (including 83.4% of boys and 16.6% of girls) an abnormality of pituitary development in the form of a triad: hypoplasia of the adenohypophysis, shortened pituitary pedicle, and ectopia of the neurohypophysis. In the group of patients with growth retardation due to the presence of hereditary syndromes, 32.7% of those studied had a coefficient of standard deviation of growth between –2.0 and –3.0, and 33.4% had a coefficient of standard deviation of growth between –3.0 and –4.0. In children with more severe growth retardation, magnetic resonance signs of empty sella (22.6%) and hypoplasia of the pituitary gland (34.8%) were more frequently visualized. CONCLUSIONS: Magnetic resonance imaging is the primary method for evaluating the pituitary gland [4]. Children with idiopathic stunting exhibit a coefficient of standard deviation of growth that is 5.4 times less frequent than that observed in boys and girls from other groups. In the group of children with growth hormone deficiency, the coefficient of standard deviation from –3.0 to –4.0 is 1.6 times more frequent than in those with hereditary syndromes. One-third of children with pituitary stunting who exhibited a growth deficit greater than –4 σ exhibited a pituitary developmental anomaly in the form of a triad (hypoplasia of the adenohypophysis, shortening of the pituitary gyrus, and ectopia of the neurohypophysis). In contrast, no such anomaly was found in the other groups. The coefficient of standard deviation of growth greater than –4 was found in single cases.
The article summarizes the data of the scientific publications about the management of patients with androgen-dependent dermatopathies, namely acne, taking into account the current view on the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations and results of the examinations of this group of women. Androgen-dependent dermatopathies are not only a medical problem but also a socio-economic one, as they lead to impaired socialization and reduced quality of life. Acne is one of the most common dermatoses. Acne is a chronic multifactorial disease of the pilosebation complex, which is clinically manifested by polymorphic rash in the form of open and closed comedones, papules, pustules, nodules. The pathogenesis of the disease is based on four main links: changes in the quantitative and qualitative composition of sebum due to hypersecretion of androgens and/or increased sensitivity of receptors to their action, impaired follicular keratinization, inflammation and changes in skin microbiome. Besides the main pathogenetic aspects, trigger factors are taken into account, such as nutrition, stress, smoking, mechanical agents. The current treatment of acne according to dermatological protocols is presented in the article, which is based on a combination of topical therapy with local retinoids and antibiotics, benzoyl peroxide, azelaic acid, in case of severe or ineffective local therapy systemic antibiotics and systemic retinoids are used. However, despite the presence of many treatment regimens for dermatosis, it is often not possible to achieve a lasting effect of treatment, and the adherence of patients to follow the doctor’s recommendations decreases. Given that the leading role in the pathogenesis of acne is due to hyperandrogenic effects on the skin, as well as the fact that the disease reduces the quality of life and self-esteem in patients, it is necessary to involve a wider range of specialists, such as dermatologists, gynecologists, endocrinologists and psychotherapists for successful treatment and prevention of persistent aesthetic skin defects.
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