Female Athlete Triad.

Jennifer P Daily, Jessica R Stumbo

Journal: Primary care 2019;45(4):615-624

PMID: 30401345

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Abstract

The female athlete triad is a condition seen in physically active female athletes, consisting of low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density. The condition should be viewed as a metabolic injury. It can have an impact on female athletes at any age or level. Activities at highest risk are those emphasizing leanness, aesthetics, and endurance. The cornerstone of treatment is improving mismatched energy balance. A multidisciplinary team, including health care providers, dieticians, and mental health professionals, is vital in caring for female athlete triad patients. Increased awareness and education are needed for medical as well as athletic communities.

Address: KentuckyOne Health, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA; Department of Family and Geriatric Medicine, Centers for Primary Care, University of Louisville, 215 Central Avenue, Suite 205, Louisville, KY 40208, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].; KentuckyOne Health, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA; Department of Family and Geriatric Medicine, Centers for Primary Care, University of Louisville, 215 Central Avenue, Suite 205, Louisville, KY 40208, USA.

DOI: 10.1016/j.pop.2018.07.004

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MeSH Terms: Bone Density, Energy Intake, Exercise, Female, Female Athlete Triad Syndrome, Humans, Primary Health Care, Women's Health