Showing papers by "Robert L. Reid published in 1987"
TL;DR: In most cases the process of weight reduction is sufficient to initiate resumption of menstrual cyclicity and in cases of obesity there appear to be complex pathophysiologic mechanisms involving changes in sex hormone binding globulin altered ovarian and adrenal androgen production changes in peripheral aromatization of androgens to estrogen and inappropriate gonadotropin secretion.
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TL;DR: The findings indicate that the initiation of folliculogenesis for the ensuing cycle occurs during the late luteal phase by a process of selective augmentation in FSH secretion independent of hypothalamic GnRH secretion.
Abstract: To gain insights into the neuroendocrine basis for the initiation of folliculogenesis, the hormonal dynamics during the period from the late luteal to the early follicular phase of the menstrual cycle (the luteal-follicular transition) were examined. Blood samples were obtained at 2-h intervals for 5 consecutive days in seven women and at 15-min intervals for 8 h on each of 4 consecutive days in five women. The results indicate that the luteolytic process, as reflected by an exponential decline of both serum estradiol and progesterone levels, began at least 64 h before the onset of menses. During estradiol and progesterone withdrawal, there was a selective increase in mean serum FSH levels (P less than 0.001) beginning 24 h before and reaching a peak 24 h after the onset of menses. The frequency of LH pulses increased slightly but not significantly during this period, with a significant rise in mean serum LH levels on the day of menses. Thus, an acute rise in FSH concentrations the day before and in LH concentrations the day after the onset of menses occurs during luteal-follicular transition. The dissociation of FSH and LH secretion observed suggests that additional neuroendocrine events other than changes in pulsatile GnRH secretion may be operative during this period. These findings indicate that the initiation of folliculogenesis for the ensuing cycle occurs during the late luteal phase by a process of selective augmentation in FSH secretion independent of hypothalamic GnRH secretion. This event may ultimately prove to be a manifestation of the action of recently characterized ovarian peptides on FSH secretion.
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TL;DR: In this paper, a 26-year-old nulliparous woman with PMS described the occurrence of hot flush-like episodes coincident with menopausal symptoms, which were associated with a rise in finger temperature of up to 10 degrees C.
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TL;DR: Examination of individual biases and the external factors that have influenced the authors' thinking on this issue may allow us to more clearly define their role as a specialty in the ongoing investigations and management of menstrual cycle-related illnesses.
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01 Jan 1987
TL;DR: It is noted that classical manifestations of premenstrual syndrome may occur in the absence of menstrual bleeding when ovarian cyclicity has been preserved at the time of hysterectomy and in some anovulatory patients experiencing intermittent development and atresia of ovarian follicles.
Abstract: Premenstrual syndrome is the cyclic recurrence in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle of a combination of distressing physical, psychological, and or behavioural changes of sufficient severity to result in deterioration of interpersonal relationships and/or interference with normal activities [1]. While the term ‘premenstrual’ provides a useful clinical descriptor to focus attention on the issue of illness related to the menstrual cycle, it should be noted that classical manifestations of premenstrual syndrome may occur in the absence of menstrual bleeding when ovarian cyclicity has been preserved at the time of hysterectomy [2] and in some anovulatory patients experiencing intermittent development and atresia of ovarian follicles [3].
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TL;DR: A chart that sets forth the risks of oral contraceptive (OC) use by different user factors in proportion to the risks inherent in a variety of sporting activities and types of accidents is prepared.
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TL;DR: In this paper, the stability of GnRH stored in solution under different conditions was assessed employing both immunoassay and bioassay techniques, and no appreciable loss of activity was encountered after 4 weeks of storage at either 4 degrees C or room temperature.
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01 Jan 1987
TL;DR: The premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a complex psychoneuroendocrine disorder that results in recurrent temporary disruption of the personal and professional lives of a substantial number of women throughout their reproductive years as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: The premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a complex psychoneuroendocrine disorder that results in recurrent temporary disruption of the personal and professional lives of a substantial number of women throughout their reproductive years (Reid & Yen, 1981a). PMS is now recognized as an important factor contributing to marital discord, social isolation, and work inefficiency or absenteeism (Bickers & Wood, 1951; Dalton, 1964). Suicidal and psychotic behavior (Dalton, 1959; Endo, Daiguji, Asano, Yamashitu, & Takahashi, 1978; Glass, Heninger, Lansky, & Talan, 1971; Janowski, Gorney, Castelnuovo-Tedesco, & Stone, 1969; Mandell & Mandell, 1967; Tanks, Rach, & Rose, 1968), accidents requiring admission to the hospital (Dalton, 1960; MacKinnon & MacKinnon, 1956), and criminal activities including child battering, theft, and murder (Dalton, 1961, 1966, 1980; d’Orban & Dalton, 1980) are all reported as occurring with increased frequency in the premenstrual week, indicating that the adverse effects of PMS on both the individual and on society in general may be far-ranging. Conflicting theories about the pathophysiology of PMS and a host of alleged but unproven remedies have both confused and frustrated practitioners faced with the reality of treating affected individuals. The dissatisfaction and skepticism that this has generated among physicians has, in general, resulted in a disinterest in PMS which is mirrored by the paucity of information on this subject in most texts on obstetrics and gynecology. In a recent detailed review, this author has examined many of the controversies, both social and scientific, surrounding the topic of PMS (Reid, 1985).