How do adrenal gland disorders affect pregnancy?

Dr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD on behalf of Sigma Nursing

Family Practitioner

Adrenal gland disorders in children can cause lifelong infertility. In adults, adrenal gland disorders may make it difficult to maintain a pregnancy. This is because the adrenal glands produce hormones that regulate sexual function and reproduction.

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