The Endocrine System, Thyroid Gland, and Fertility

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How does the endocrine system impacts fertility, what can go wrong, and what can be done about it. We talk today with Dr. Mark Trolice, the Director of Fertility CARE: The IVF Center in Orlando and Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. He is double Board-certified in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility and OB/GYN.
In this episode, we include:
· What is the function of the endocrine system in human health?

· How does the thyroid gland function within the endocrine system?

· How is female fertility impacted by the endocrine system?

· How is male fertility impacted by the endocrine system?

· What is hypothyroidism?

· What is hyperthyroidism?

· How are dysfunctions in the endocrine system diagnosed?

· How are dysfunctions in the endocrine system treated?

· What dietary and lifestyle choices impact the health of the endocrine system and thyroid gland?

· What are some common endocrine disrupting chemicals in our environment?

· How are environmental endocrine disruptors impacting fertility?

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