1 citations
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July 2025 in “BMC Medicine” PCOS affects 11% of women, highlighting the need for standardized diagnosis.
63 citations
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August 2022 in “Diagnostics” Hirsutism can occur in women with PCOS even if their androgen levels are normal, making diagnosis challenging.
10 citations
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March 2016 in “The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India” The article suggests renaming Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) to "Hyperandrogenic Persistent Ovulatory Dysfunction Syndrome" (HA-PODS) for accuracy and consistency, but no final decision was made.
Early detection and comprehensive treatment of PCOS are crucial due to its long-term health impacts and associated risks.
November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.
21 citations
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December 2007 in “Primary Care” Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS is crucial to reduce emotional distress and health risks.
February 2020 in “Diabetologie Und Stoffwechsel” The document concludes that more research is needed to include new treatments in guidelines for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
May 2022 in “Maǧallaẗ Buḥūṯ Al-Tarbiyyaẗ Al-Nawʿiyyaẗ (Print)” Eating a high inositol diet significantly improves insulin resistance and hormone levels in women with PCOS.
9 citations
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February 2022 in “Genes” Women with PCOS have more Bifidobacterium in their gut compared to those without PCOS.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “Annals Academy of Medicine Singapore” PCOS care in Singapore can be bettered by refining referral systems, standardizing diagnosis and treatment, enhancing complication screening, and offering educational resources for clinicians.
December 2022 in “International Journal of Current Science Research and Review” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed disorder in women that can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other symptoms, and can be managed with lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes surgery.
July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Tirzepatide might help manage PCOS in obese patients but needs more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
37 citations
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October 2024 in “JAMA Network Open” PCOS is common among Indian women, often with metabolic issues, needing better management strategies.
January 2025 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Diagnosing PCOS is challenging due to its complex and varied symptoms.
40 citations
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September 2024 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” PCOS affects about 6.3% of teens globally, and ongoing checks are advised for those with irregular cycles or high androgen levels.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Herbal remedies like Asparagus racemosus and Tinospora cordifolia may help manage PCOS symptoms.
23 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Nanjing Medical University” Overweight women with PCOS are more likely to have excess male hormones.
8 citations
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January 2021 in “Fermentation” Probiotics and synbiotics might help manage hirsutism by improving insulin resistance.
1 citations
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March 2023 in “Healthcare” Helping PCOS patients focus on hope and control can reduce depression.
December 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Blocking glucocorticoid receptors improves glucose metabolism in a PCOS mouse model.
49 citations
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May 2018 in “Endocrine” Women with regular menstrual cycles and PCOS have linked kisspeptin and LH hormone patterns, unlike those with irregular cycles.
15 citations
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October 2018 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” Measuring the distance from the anus to the clitoris may moderately help diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome, especially in certain cases.
105 citations
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February 2011 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.
27 citations
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October 2016 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Daughters of women with PCOS generally experience normal puberty but may have more body hair and different body fat distribution.
189 citations
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March 2018 in “Human Reproduction Update” Women with PCOS are more likely to have impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, especially if they are Asian or obese.
85 citations
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August 2018 in “Psychological Medicine” Women with PCOS are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of psychosexual health” Women with PCOS often have sexual problems, and treating these issues early can improve satisfaction and reduce healthcare costs.
75 citations
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July 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.
August 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Adaptive coping reduces PCOS symptoms, while maladaptive coping worsens them.
258 citations
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July 2016 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” The document concludes that insulin resistance is key in PCOS development and early treatment is crucial to prevent complications.