Azoospermia,defined as the absence of sperm in the ejaculate,is a well-documented consequence of exogenous testosterone(ET)and anabolic–androgenic steroid(AAS)use.These agents suppress the hypothalamic–pituitary–go...Azoospermia,defined as the absence of sperm in the ejaculate,is a well-documented consequence of exogenous testosterone(ET)and anabolic–androgenic steroid(AAS)use.These agents suppress the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal(HPG)axis,leading to reduced intratesticular testosterone levels and impaired spermatogenesis.This review examines the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying azoospermia and outlines therapeutic strategies for recovery.Azoospermia is categorized into pretesticular,testicular,and post-testicular types,with a focus on personalized treatment approaches based on the degree of HPG axis suppression and baseline testicular function.Key strategies include discontinuing ET and monitoring for spontaneous recovery,particularly in patients with shorter durations of ET use.For cases of persistent azoospermia,gonadotropins(human chorionic gonadotropin[hCG]and follicle-stimulating hormone[FSH])and selective estrogen receptor modulators(SERMs),such as clomiphene citrate,are recommended,either alone or in combination.The global increase in exogenous testosterone use,including testosterone replacement therapy and AAS,underscores the need for improved management of associated azoospermia,which can be temporary or permanent depending on individual factors and the type of testosterone used.Additionally,the manuscript discusses preventive strategies,such as transitioning to short-acting testosterone formulations or incorporating low-dose hCG to preserve fertility during ET therapy.While guidelines for managing testosterone-related azoospermia remain limited,emerging research indicates the potential efficacy of hormonal stimulation therapies.However,there is a notable lack of well-structured,controlled,and long-term studies addressing the management of azoospermia related to exogenous testosterone use,highlighting the need for such studies to inform evidence-based recommendations.展开更多
Bite force is an important performance indicator of individual fitness that is closely related to food acquisition,male competition,and mating selection.It is also affected by a variety of factors and different mechan...Bite force is an important performance indicator of individual fitness that is closely related to food acquisition,male competition,and mating selection.It is also affected by a variety of factors and different mechanisms.Therefore,it is relatively difficult to understand the evolutionary driving forces of changes in bite force.In this study,the driving factors affecting the bite force of wild-derived red junglefowl(Gallus gallus jabouillei)were investigated from the aspects of morphological indicators and physiological characteristics.Results showed that the bite force of wild-derived red junglefowl was directly related to sex,showing obvious sexual differences.However,there was no correlation between the plasma testosterone level and bite force.The bite force of males was significantly greater than that of females,and the body index(i.e.,PC1 of five body measures,namely body mass,body length,wing length,tail length,and tarsus length),the grasp index(i.e.,tomial length×bill width)of males were significantly greater than those of females.Sexual selection may have played a key role in the evolution of bite force in the red junglefowl.Future studies should examine other key factors affecting changes in bite force to verify the correlation between secondary sexual characteristics and bite force in red junglefowls.展开更多
The circadian clock is an important internal time regulatory system for a range of physiological and behavioral rhythms within living organisms.Testosterone,as one of the most critical sex hormones,is essential for th...The circadian clock is an important internal time regulatory system for a range of physiological and behavioral rhythms within living organisms.Testosterone,as one of the most critical sex hormones,is essential for the development of the reproductive system,maintenance of reproductive function,and the overall health of males.The secretion of testosterone in mammals is characterized by distinct circadian rhythms and is closely associated with the regulation of circadian clock genes.Here we review the central and peripheral regulatory mechanisms underlying the influence of circadian clock genes upon testosterone synthesis.We also examined the specific effects of these genes on the occurrence,development,and treatment of common male diseases,including late-onset hypogonadism,erectile dysfunction,male infertility,and prostate cancer.展开更多
Objective To explore the endocfinal factors which influence the aggressive behavior of adolescents. Methods The levels of cortisol （CORT）, testosterone （T）, prolactin （PRL）, and growth hormone （GH） in saliva f...Objective To explore the endocfinal factors which influence the aggressive behavior of adolescents. Methods The levels of cortisol （CORT）, testosterone （T）, prolactin （PRL）, and growth hormone （GH） in saliva from 20 aggressive students and 20 non-aggressive control students were measured by radioimmunoassay （RIA）. The students were matched for their gender, age, grade, stage of pubertal development, and economic status of their families. Results The salivary T levels were 22.20±14.50 pg/mL and 19.54±12.52 pg/mL in aggressive male and female students, 13.20±6.85 pg/mL and 5.24±3.03 pg/mL in non-aggressive male and female students （P〈0.05）. The male aggressive students had a lower level of CORT in saliva than non-aggressive male students （P〈0.05）. There were no significant differences in the salivary levels of PRL or GH between the aggressive and non-aggressive groups. Correlation analysis revealed a negative relationship in male students between the salivary CORT levels and the aggression factor scores of the child behavior checklist （CBCL）. In addition, the data also showed a positive relationship between the salivary T levels and the aggression factor scores of CBCL in female students. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the salivary CORT level was an independent predictive factor for aggressive behaviors in adolescent boys. The higher the CORT level, the less aggressive the boys were. Conclusion CORT and T levels may play a certain role in adolescent aggressive behaviors.展开更多
卵巢衰老分为生理性与病理性两类,表现为卵巢储备功能下降、卵泡数量减少和激素水平紊乱,并与多种慢性疾病风险相关。研究发现,免疫失衡在卵巢衰老中扮演核心角色,尤其是辅助性T细胞17(helper T cell 17,Th17细胞)与调节性T细胞(regulat...卵巢衰老分为生理性与病理性两类,表现为卵巢储备功能下降、卵泡数量减少和激素水平紊乱,并与多种慢性疾病风险相关。研究发现,免疫失衡在卵巢衰老中扮演核心角色,尤其是辅助性T细胞17(helper T cell 17,Th17细胞)与调节性T细胞(regulatory T cell,Treg细胞)的比例失调。Th17/Treg平衡受炎症因子、核因子κB(nuclear factor-κB,NF-κB)通路及哺乳动物雷帕霉素靶蛋白(mammalian target of rapamycin,mTOR)通路的精密调控,其失衡会加剧卵巢局部炎症,加速卵泡耗竭。目前,针对Th17/Treg比例失衡的干预策略在自身免疫性疾病的治疗中已取得进展,为卵巢衰老的临床干预提供了新思路。综述Th17/Treg比例失衡在卵巢衰老中的核心作用,为探索延缓卵巢衰老的免疫治疗策略提供了理论依据。展开更多
目的 探讨肺结核(tuberculosis, TB)患者血清中涎液化糖链抗原(krebs von den lungen-6, KL-6)、T细胞免疫球蛋白及粘蛋白域蛋白-4(T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain-containing molecule-4, TIM-4)水平与病情程度及不良预后的...目的 探讨肺结核(tuberculosis, TB)患者血清中涎液化糖链抗原(krebs von den lungen-6, KL-6)、T细胞免疫球蛋白及粘蛋白域蛋白-4(T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain-containing molecule-4, TIM-4)水平与病情程度及不良预后的关系。方法 选取2021年7月至2023年7月期间在江苏省人民医院溧阳分院诊治的158例TB患者为观察组,并选取同期在我院进行健康体检的158例健康者作为对照组。采用Bandim结核病评分标准对TB患者病情程度进行评估,将其分为重症组(n=61)和轻症组(n=97);根据患者预后情况,分为良好组(n=101)与不良组(n=57);采用Logistic回归分析TB患者预后影响因素;通过Spearman相关分析评估血清KL-6和TIM-4水平与TB病情程度的相关性;利用受试者工作特征曲线评价血清KL-6和TIM-4对TB患者预后的预测效能。结果 观察组血清KL-6和TIM-4水平均显著高于对照组(均P<0.05);与轻症组相比,重症组血清KL-6和TIM-4水平均明显升高(均P<0.05);不良组血清KL-6和TIM-4水平均明显高于预后良好组(均P<0.05);血清KL-6、TIM-4水平均是TB患者不良预后的独立影响因素(均P<0.05);血清KL-6、TIM-4预测TB患者预后的曲线下面积(area under curve, AUC)分别为0.789、0.803,2者联合预测的AUC为0.914,2者联合预测效能优于任一单一指标(z2者联合-KL-6=3.375,P=0.001;z2者联合-TIM-4=3.514,P=0.000)。结论 TB患者血清KL-6、TIM-4水平升高,与患者病情严重程度及不良预后密切相关,且2者联合预测对TB患者不良预后具有较高的预测价值。展开更多
文摘Azoospermia,defined as the absence of sperm in the ejaculate,is a well-documented consequence of exogenous testosterone(ET)and anabolic–androgenic steroid(AAS)use.These agents suppress the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal(HPG)axis,leading to reduced intratesticular testosterone levels and impaired spermatogenesis.This review examines the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying azoospermia and outlines therapeutic strategies for recovery.Azoospermia is categorized into pretesticular,testicular,and post-testicular types,with a focus on personalized treatment approaches based on the degree of HPG axis suppression and baseline testicular function.Key strategies include discontinuing ET and monitoring for spontaneous recovery,particularly in patients with shorter durations of ET use.For cases of persistent azoospermia,gonadotropins(human chorionic gonadotropin[hCG]and follicle-stimulating hormone[FSH])and selective estrogen receptor modulators(SERMs),such as clomiphene citrate,are recommended,either alone or in combination.The global increase in exogenous testosterone use,including testosterone replacement therapy and AAS,underscores the need for improved management of associated azoospermia,which can be temporary or permanent depending on individual factors and the type of testosterone used.Additionally,the manuscript discusses preventive strategies,such as transitioning to short-acting testosterone formulations or incorporating low-dose hCG to preserve fertility during ET therapy.While guidelines for managing testosterone-related azoospermia remain limited,emerging research indicates the potential efficacy of hormonal stimulation therapies.However,there is a notable lack of well-structured,controlled,and long-term studies addressing the management of azoospermia related to exogenous testosterone use,highlighting the need for such studies to inform evidence-based recommendations.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(no.31800320 and no.32360250 to XR)Natural Science Foundation of Hainan Province(no.320RC506 to XR)+3 种基金funded by the project supported by the Scientific Research start-up Fund of Hainan University[no.KYQD(ZR)20057]the Teaching Research of Hainan University(no.Hdsz20-9)supported by Hainan Tropical Rainforest Conservation Research Project,ZDYF2023RDYL01(supported by the Hainan Institute of National Park,HINP,KY-24ZK02)supported by the specific research fund of The Innovation Platform for Academicians of Hainan Province.
文摘Bite force is an important performance indicator of individual fitness that is closely related to food acquisition,male competition,and mating selection.It is also affected by a variety of factors and different mechanisms.Therefore,it is relatively difficult to understand the evolutionary driving forces of changes in bite force.In this study,the driving factors affecting the bite force of wild-derived red junglefowl(Gallus gallus jabouillei)were investigated from the aspects of morphological indicators and physiological characteristics.Results showed that the bite force of wild-derived red junglefowl was directly related to sex,showing obvious sexual differences.However,there was no correlation between the plasma testosterone level and bite force.The bite force of males was significantly greater than that of females,and the body index(i.e.,PC1 of five body measures,namely body mass,body length,wing length,tail length,and tarsus length),the grasp index(i.e.,tomial length×bill width)of males were significantly greater than those of females.Sexual selection may have played a key role in the evolution of bite force in the red junglefowl.Future studies should examine other key factors affecting changes in bite force to verify the correlation between secondary sexual characteristics and bite force in red junglefowls.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(N0.82474525 and No.82074444)the Hunan Provincial Natural Outstanding Young People Science Foundation(2023JJ10032)the Hunan Province Health and High-Level Talent Medical Academic Leader Training Plan(20240304051).
文摘The circadian clock is an important internal time regulatory system for a range of physiological and behavioral rhythms within living organisms.Testosterone,as one of the most critical sex hormones,is essential for the development of the reproductive system,maintenance of reproductive function,and the overall health of males.The secretion of testosterone in mammals is characterized by distinct circadian rhythms and is closely associated with the regulation of circadian clock genes.Here we review the central and peripheral regulatory mechanisms underlying the influence of circadian clock genes upon testosterone synthesis.We also examined the specific effects of these genes on the occurrence,development,and treatment of common male diseases,including late-onset hypogonadism,erectile dysfunction,male infertility,and prostate cancer.
基金supported by Health Department of Hubei Province(No.JX1B161).
文摘Objective To explore the endocfinal factors which influence the aggressive behavior of adolescents. Methods The levels of cortisol （CORT）, testosterone （T）, prolactin （PRL）, and growth hormone （GH） in saliva from 20 aggressive students and 20 non-aggressive control students were measured by radioimmunoassay （RIA）. The students were matched for their gender, age, grade, stage of pubertal development, and economic status of their families. Results The salivary T levels were 22.20±14.50 pg/mL and 19.54±12.52 pg/mL in aggressive male and female students, 13.20±6.85 pg/mL and 5.24±3.03 pg/mL in non-aggressive male and female students （P〈0.05）. The male aggressive students had a lower level of CORT in saliva than non-aggressive male students （P〈0.05）. There were no significant differences in the salivary levels of PRL or GH between the aggressive and non-aggressive groups. Correlation analysis revealed a negative relationship in male students between the salivary CORT levels and the aggression factor scores of the child behavior checklist （CBCL）. In addition, the data also showed a positive relationship between the salivary T levels and the aggression factor scores of CBCL in female students. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the salivary CORT level was an independent predictive factor for aggressive behaviors in adolescent boys. The higher the CORT level, the less aggressive the boys were. Conclusion CORT and T levels may play a certain role in adolescent aggressive behaviors.
文摘卵巢衰老分为生理性与病理性两类,表现为卵巢储备功能下降、卵泡数量减少和激素水平紊乱,并与多种慢性疾病风险相关。研究发现,免疫失衡在卵巢衰老中扮演核心角色,尤其是辅助性T细胞17(helper T cell 17,Th17细胞)与调节性T细胞(regulatory T cell,Treg细胞)的比例失调。Th17/Treg平衡受炎症因子、核因子κB(nuclear factor-κB,NF-κB)通路及哺乳动物雷帕霉素靶蛋白(mammalian target of rapamycin,mTOR)通路的精密调控,其失衡会加剧卵巢局部炎症,加速卵泡耗竭。目前,针对Th17/Treg比例失衡的干预策略在自身免疫性疾病的治疗中已取得进展,为卵巢衰老的临床干预提供了新思路。综述Th17/Treg比例失衡在卵巢衰老中的核心作用,为探索延缓卵巢衰老的免疫治疗策略提供了理论依据。
文摘目的 探讨肺结核(tuberculosis, TB)患者血清中涎液化糖链抗原(krebs von den lungen-6, KL-6)、T细胞免疫球蛋白及粘蛋白域蛋白-4(T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain-containing molecule-4, TIM-4)水平与病情程度及不良预后的关系。方法 选取2021年7月至2023年7月期间在江苏省人民医院溧阳分院诊治的158例TB患者为观察组,并选取同期在我院进行健康体检的158例健康者作为对照组。采用Bandim结核病评分标准对TB患者病情程度进行评估,将其分为重症组(n=61)和轻症组(n=97);根据患者预后情况,分为良好组(n=101)与不良组(n=57);采用Logistic回归分析TB患者预后影响因素;通过Spearman相关分析评估血清KL-6和TIM-4水平与TB病情程度的相关性;利用受试者工作特征曲线评价血清KL-6和TIM-4对TB患者预后的预测效能。结果 观察组血清KL-6和TIM-4水平均显著高于对照组(均P<0.05);与轻症组相比,重症组血清KL-6和TIM-4水平均明显升高(均P<0.05);不良组血清KL-6和TIM-4水平均明显高于预后良好组(均P<0.05);血清KL-6、TIM-4水平均是TB患者不良预后的独立影响因素(均P<0.05);血清KL-6、TIM-4预测TB患者预后的曲线下面积(area under curve, AUC)分别为0.789、0.803,2者联合预测的AUC为0.914,2者联合预测效能优于任一单一指标(z2者联合-KL-6=3.375,P=0.001;z2者联合-TIM-4=3.514,P=0.000)。结论 TB患者血清KL-6、TIM-4水平升高,与患者病情严重程度及不良预后密切相关,且2者联合预测对TB患者不良预后具有较高的预测价值。
