What Conditions are Associated with Abnormal Pulsatile Release?
Several conditions can be linked to abnormal pulsatile hormone release:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Irregular pulsatile secretion of GnRH can lead to elevated levels of LH, contributing to the symptoms of PCOS. - Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism: A condition characterized by insufficient GnRH release, leading to low levels of LH and FSH, and consequently, reduced ovarian function. - Kallmann Syndrome: A genetic disorder affecting the pulsatile release of GnRH, resulting in delayed or absent puberty.
