Potential impact of mini-puberty on fertility

Ann Endocrinol (Paris). 2022 Aug;83(4):250-253. doi: 10.1016/j.ando.2022.06.002. Epub 2022 Jun 18.

Abstract

Mini-puberty is defined as the period in infancy with elevated FSH and LH resulting in increased levels of sex hormones. It differs between boys and girls and its impact on future fertility is not completely known. This mini-review focus on the effects of mini-puberty on genital development and some aspects possibly related to future fertility.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Fertility
  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone*
  • Gonadal Steroid Hormones
  • Humans
  • Luteinizing Hormone*
  • Male
  • Puberty

Substances

  • Gonadal Steroid Hormones
  • Luteinizing Hormone
  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone