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HPG Axis Dynamics

Meaning

This refers to the continuous, fluctuating interplay and regulatory feedback loops within the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axis, the primary endocrine system governing reproductive and sexual function. The dynamics encompass the pulsatile release of GnRH from the hypothalamus, the subsequent secretion of LH and FSH from the pituitary, and the resulting production of sex steroids (testosterone, estrogen, progesterone) by the gonads. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for diagnosing and managing fertility and sex hormone-related disorders.