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Post danazol amenorrhoea.

I S Fraser

    Clinical Reproduction and Fertility
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Danazol treatment can cause prolonged amenorrhoea (absence of menstruation) in some women. A temporary rise in Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) may occur after treatment, but its cause is unclear.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Endocrinology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Danazol is a synthetic androgen used to treat conditions like endometriosis.
    • Understanding the long-term effects of danazol on reproductive hormones is crucial.

    Observation:

    • Four out of 242 women experienced amenorrhoea exceeding six months post-danazol therapy.
    • Two of these women showed a persistent rise in Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) to post-menopausal levels for 4-5 months.
    • An exaggerated response to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH) injections was noted in these cases.

    Findings:

    • Prolonged amenorrhoea is a potential side effect of danazol treatment.
    • A transient, monotropic FSH elevation into the menopausal range was observed in a subset of patients.
    • The mechanism driving this FSH surge and its link to amenorrhoea remains undetermined.

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    Implications:

    • Further research is needed to elucidate the mechanism of danazol-induced FSH changes.
    • Clinicians should be aware of potential hormonal disturbances following danazol therapy.
    • This finding may inform management strategies for women experiencing prolonged amenorrhoea after danazol use.