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Long-Term Health Complications

Meaning

Long-Term Health Complications are adverse medical conditions or chronic diseases that emerge or persist over an extended duration, typically spanning many years or decades, as a consequence of a prior illness, prolonged physiological imbalance, or the enduring side effects of a therapeutic intervention. In hormonal health, this term refers to the lasting risks associated with untreated hormone deficiencies or prolonged supraphysiological hormone exposure. Examples include the increased risk of cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline, or osteoporosis linked to chronic endocrine disruption. Proactive and precise hormonal management is crucial for mitigating these enduring health sequelae.