Another possible consequence of the opioid epidemic: hormone deficiencies

(The Endocrine Society) Many people who use opioid medications long term do not produce enough testosterone or another important hormone, cortisol, according to a new study. Results of what the researchers called " the most up-to-date and most comprehensive clinical review of endocrine effects of long-term opioid use " are being presented Sunday at ENDO 2019, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in New Orleans, La.
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