Melatonin Supplementation Decreases Aerobic Exercise Training Induced-Lipid Peroxidation and Malondialdehyde in Sedentary Young Women by Ziaadini Fatemeh, Aminae Mohsen, Mahsa Rastegar M.M., Abbasian Sadegh, Memari Amir Hossein

“…Pretest/posttest body mass, BMI, rest heart rate (RHR), body fat percent, menstrual cycle, blood sampling for MDA and lipid profile were collected. …”
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Serum Zinc Levels in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome are Lower as Compared to Those without Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Cohort Study by Swati Dhar, Reena Yadav, Akash Tomar

“…These values were taken on days 2–5 of the menstrual cycle. Statistical Analysis Used: Univariate analysis and linear regression were performed for serum zinc levels and fasting insulin levels in PCOS subjects and non-PCOS subjects using SPSS (version 21) and Microsoft Excel (2019). …”
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Diagnostic Challenges and Innovations in Thoracic Endometriosis (TE) by Julia Bałoniak, Zofia Szymańska, Agnieszka Leszyńska, Zuzanna Bałoniak, Aleksandra Jonkisz, Gabriela Skurzyńska, Aleksandra Stremel, Michalina Doligalska

“…High-resolution imaging modalities, such as high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), provide detailed visualization of pleural and pulmonary lesions and leverage hormonal responsiveness for dynamic imaging during the menstrual cycle. The identification of novel biomarkers, such as cystatin C and circulating microRNAs, highlights the potential for non-invasive diagnostic tools that can stratify patients based on disease severity and guide personalized treatment strategies. …”
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Evaluation of Predictors of Response to Ovulation Induction Using Letrozole in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Prospective Cohort Study by Shanti Tholiya, Archana Kumari, Reeta Mahey, Mani Kalaivani, Hem Chandra Sati, Mona Sharma, Aarthi K. Jayraj, Neena Malhotra

“…Baseline endocrine and metabolic parameters, including serum AMH, FSH, LH, testosterone and FAI levels, were measured using ELISA or chemiluminescence methods on day 2 of the menstrual cycle. Follicular response to OI was monitored by transvaginal ultrasonography. …”
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Hubungan Anxietas dengan Kejadian Amenore Sekunder pada Mahasiswi Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Andalas by Flora Oktavia, Desmiwarti ., Yaslinda Yaunin

“…<br />Kata kunci: anxietas, amenore sekunder, mahasiswi</p><p>Abstract<br />Secondary amenorrhea is one a menstrual cycle disturbances have been associated with decreased fertility and various health disorderson reproductive systems. …”
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Productivity loss due to menstruation-related symptoms: a nationwide cross-sectional survey among 32 748 women by Mark E Schoep, Eddy M M Adang, Jacques W M Maas, Bianca De Bie, Johanna W M Aarts, Theodoor E Nieboer

“…Objective To evaluate age-dependent productivity loss caused by menstruation-related symptoms, measured in absenteeism (time away from work or school) and presenteeism (productivity loss while present at work or school).Methods Design/setting: internet-based, cross-sectional survey conducted in the Netherlands from July to October 2017.Participants: 32 748 women aged 15–45 years, recruited through social media.Outcome measures: self-reported lost productivity in days, divided into absenteeism and presenteeism; impact of menstrual symptoms; reasons women give when calling in sick; and women’s preferences regarding the implications of menstruation-related symptoms for schools and workplaces.Results A total of 13.8% (n=4514) of all women reported absenteeism during their menstrual periods with 3.4% (n=1108) reporting absenteeism every or almost every menstrual cycle. The mean absenteeism related to a woman’s period was 1.3 days per year. …”
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Does Baseline Serum Androgen Levels Have an Impact on Ovulation Induction Cycle Outcomes by Using Clomifene Citrate among Infertile Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome? A Retrospe... by Serkan Kahyaoglu, Muzeyyen Gulnur Ozaksit, Gozde Karacan Duman, Deniz Ozturk Atan, Inci Kahyaoğlu, Meryem Kuru Pekcan, Ozlem Moraloglu Tekin

“…STUDY DESIGN: Ovulation induction cycle outcomes of 35 infertile women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome according to Rotterdam criteria who have received 50-100 mg/day clomifene citrate have been evaluated retrospectively. Menstrual cycle day 2-5 serum levels for gonadotropins, androgens, metabolic parameters, and ovulation induction cycle outcomes have been compared between women who have and have not achieved clinical pregnancy following treatment. …”
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Effect of sleep quality on the severity of perimenstrual symptoms in Japanese female students: a cross-sectional, online survey by Yukio Urabe, Makoto Komiya, Noriaki Maeda, Satoshi Arima, Tsubasa Tashiro, Rami Mizuta, Sakura Oda, Takaaki Nagasawa, Koichi Naito

“…The total MDQ scores were significantly higher in the low-sleep quality group at all phases of the menstrual cycle (respectively p&lt;0.05). Among the MDQ subscales, ‘pain’ during menstruation and ‘concentration’ in the premenstrual and postmenstrual stages were associated with sleep quality (respectively p&lt;0.05).Conclusions Improving sleep quality was one possible strategy to reduce the severity of perimenstrual symptoms. …”
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Nutrition and Physical Therapy in the Prevention and Treatment of Endometriosis by Paulina Krzemińska, Maciej Gołębski, Wojciech Nowak, Jagoda Mikołajczyk, Zuzanna Kukla, Stella Mieruszyńska, Izabela Sadowska, Joanna Kołodziej, Mirosław Sawicki, Jakub Włosiański, Sebastian Musialik

“…Sick women suffering from this condition often have non-specific symptoms, such as pelvic pain and are often associated with the menstrual cycle. can lead to reduced mental, physical, and social well-being and a lower quality of life. …”
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Modern contraceptive discontinuation and associated factors among adolescent girls and young women in Tanzania: An analysis of a nationally representative data by Victoria J Solomon, Shadrack E Kibona, Elevatus N Mukyanuzi, Christopher H Mbotwa

“…The main reasons for discontinuation were side effects (13.7%) and change in menstrual cycle (8%). Factors associated with higher discontinuation rates included higher age (adjusted hazard ratio (aHR) 1.64, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.06–2.51 for the 20–24 age group), residing in households headed by a female (aHR 1.40, 95% CI 1.05–1.85), and residing in the western zone (aHR 1.87, 95% CI 1.21–2.90). …”
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Evaluation and diagnostic approach in patient with Perrault Syndrome by Rachael Christin Nathania, Steven Yulius Usman, Ekarini Aryasatiani

“…Menarche occurred at age 13, followed by regular menstrual cycles for two years, after which menstruation gradually ceased. …”
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Association Between Body Mass Index, Abdominal Obesity and Menopause-Related Symptoms in Postmenopausal Women by Brianna A Rice, Patricia Heavey

“…Introduction: Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of a woman's menstrual cycle. This is caused by a reduction of the secretion of oestrogen and progesterone, leading to reduced ovarian function. …”
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Effect of combined oral contraceptives on menstrual migraine frequency and severity: a narrative review by Yethindra Vityala, Ruchika Garg, Samina Ausvi, Manjula Shantaram, Srikanya Tippabathini, Lekhashree Hosur Brahmananda Reddy, Yash Jain, Pavani Jaladi, Sai Praneeth Duvvuri, Krishna Chaitanya Meduri

“…Factors affecting these outcomes include patient age, menstrual cycle characteristics, and migraine type. It is crucial to choose contraceptives that suit individual patient profiles, considering the potential for increased migraine frequency or onset of migraine with aura in some women. …”
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Hormonal Influences on ADC Values in Breast Tissues: A Scoping Review of DWI in Pre- and Post-menopausal Women [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] by Neil Barnes Abraham, Abhimanyu Pradhan, Suresh Sukumar, Sneha Ravichandran, Winniecia Dkhar, Rajagopal Kadavigere

“…Findings suggest that menopausal status may influence ADC values, with postmenopausal women generally showing lower ADC values in both normal fibroglandular tissue and breast lesions. The impact of menstrual cycle phases on ADC values was less consistent across studies. …”
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Hormonal Influences on ADC Values in Breast Tissues: A Scoping Review of DWI in Pre- and Post-menopausal Women [version 3; peer review: 2 approved] by Neil Barnes Abraham, Abhimanyu Pradhan, Suresh Sukumar, Sneha Ravichandran, Winniecia Dkhar, Rajagopal Kadavigere

“…Findings suggest that menopausal status may influence ADC values, with postmenopausal women generally showing lower ADC values in both normal fibroglandular tissue and breast lesions. The impact of menstrual cycle phases on ADC values was less consistent across studies. …”
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Determinants of induced abortion among second-trimester pregnant women attending Dessie City health facilities, Northeast Ethiopia: a case-control study by Elsabeth Addisu, Bitya Admassu, Wolde Melese Ayele, Kassawmar Angaw, Bezawit Adane

“…Study participants who were currently not married (AOR = 10.82; 95% CI: 5.01-23.36%), having poor knowledge about induced abortion (AOR = 3.03; 95% CI: 1.46-6.26%), uncertainty about last normal menstrual period (AOR = 4.12; 95% CI: 2.01-8.44%), late pregnancy testing (AOR = 5.94; 95% CI: 2.5-14.15%), not using contraceptives (AOR = 3.70; 95% CI: 1.85-7.44%), having irregular menstrual cycle (AOR = 4.83; 95% CI: 2.41-9.70%), and three and more live births (AOR = 0.25; 95% CI: 0.11-0.59%) were independent predictors of induced abortion in the second-trimester. …”
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Hubungan Antara Penggunaan Kontrasepsi Hormonal Suntik DMPA dengan Peningkatan Berat Badan di Puskesmas Lapai Kota Padang by Dhania Pratiwi, Syahredi ., Erkadius .

“…Those side effects were menstrual disorders such as amenorrhea, patchy hemorrhage, and bleeding outside the menstrual cycle. In addition, there is increased body weight in DMPA contraceptive usage. …”
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The Usefulness of the Pressure Algometer in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Orofacial Pain Patients: A Systematic Review by Agata Kamińska, Bartosz Dalewski, Ewa Sobolewska

“…The PPT was investigated in relation to headache, menstrual cycle, oral contraception, occlusal interference, and occlusal appliances. …”
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Oura Ring as a Tool for Ovulation Detection: Validation Analysis by Nina Thigpen, Shyamal Patel, Xi Zhang

“…In each subgroup, we compared the algorithm’s performance with the traditional calendar method, which estimates the ovulation date based on an individual’s last period start date and average menstrual cycle length. MethodsThe study sample contained 1155 ovulatory menstrual cycles from 964 participants recruited from the Oura Ring commercial database. …”
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Association of insulin resistance surrogates with live birth outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome undergoing in vitro fertilization by Shenghao Wu, Yanhong Wu, Lizi Fang, Xiaosheng Lu

“…Blood samples and physical examinations are collected at reproductive center on fasting in the morning of the 2nd to 4th day of the menstrual cycle prior to medication. We categorized participants into “Non-IR group” (HOMA-IR < 2.2) and “IR group” (HOMA-IR ≥ 2.2). …”
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