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The female athlete triad is a medical condition seen in female athletes characterized by the interplay between three different disorders: low energy availability , amenorrhea, and osteoporosis. Also know simply as the Triad, this condition is seen in females participating in sports that emphasize leanness or low body weight. The Triad is a serious illness with lifelong health consequences and can potentially be fatal. = Energy availability is defined as...


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    The Female Athlete Triad refers to three interrelated health problems seen in females. These problems include: low energy availability, menstrual disorders, ...

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