research Metformin or thiazolidinedione therapy in PCOS?
Metformin and thiazolidinediones are similarly effective for PCOS, but metformin is often preferred due to fewer side effects.
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research A Review and Meta-Analysis of the Prevalence and Health Impact of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Among Medical and Dental Students
PCOS affects nearly 25% of female medical and dental students, impacting their academic and social lives.
research The genetic basis of dermatophytosis skin infection susceptibility
Genetic factors, skin barrier, immune function, and obesity influence risk of fungal skin infections.
research The skin and obesity
Obesity worsens skin health and losing weight can improve skin conditions.
research NEONATAL INHIBITION OF ANDROGEN ACTIVITY ALTERS THE PROGRAMMING OF BODY WEIGHT AND OREXINERGIC PEPTIDES DIFFERENTIALLY IN MALE AND FEMALE RATS
Blocking androgen activity in newborn rats affects body weight and appetite-related hormones differently in males and females.
research A Case Study on OPD Level Management of Infertility due to PCOS with Ayurvedic Medicines
Ayurvedic treatment helped a woman with PCOS conceive and deliver a healthy baby.
research Metformin effects on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Metformin may help regulate periods and cause modest weight loss in PCOS patients, but more research is needed.
research Obesity and the skin: Skin physiology and skin manifestations of obesity
Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
research Health-related quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A comparison with the general population using the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Questionnaire (PCOSQ) and the Short Form-36 (SF-36)
Women with PCOS have lower quality of life, especially in mental health and energy, and managing weight can help improve it.
research Management of primary cicatricial alopecias: options for treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
research Obesity and female androgenic alopecia: A cause and an effect?
Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.
research Association between genetically predicted rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study
People with rheumatoid arthritis have a higher risk of developing alopecia areata.
research Understanding polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS affects many women, causing various symptoms and health risks, and is managed through lifestyle changes, medication, and support groups.
research The treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome and systematization of knowledge - literature review
PCOS is common, affects hormones, and often diagnosed late, impacting women's quality of life.
research Inositol versus Metformin administration in polycystic ovary syndrome patients
Inositol was more effective than Metformin in treating symptoms of PCOS in women.
research Effect of Fasted Live-Weight Gain during the Cashmere Non-Growing Period on Cashmere Production Performance and Secondary Hair Follicle Activity of Cashmere Goats
Feeding goats more during the non-growing period increases cashmere yield and length.
research Male infertility and genitourinary birth defects: there is more than meets the eye
Male infertility and genitourinary birth defects are often linked to genetic issues.
research Caesarean section versus vaginal birth in the perception of woman who gave birth by both methods
Most women preferred and recommended vaginal birth over Caesarean.
research Early androgen activity after birth determines the hypothalamic expression of androgen and estrogen receptors in adulthood in female but not in male rats
Early androgen exposure affects hormone receptor expression in adult female rats' brains, but not in males.
research Effect of Bariatric Surgery on Weight Loss, Nutritional Deficiencies, Postoperative Complications and Adherence to Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations: A retrospective cohort study from Bahrain
Bariatric surgery helps with weight loss but can cause complications and nutritional deficiencies.
research Genome-Wide Associations with Body and Fleece Weight in United States Sheep
Certain genetic markers can help predict wool production in U.S. sheep.
research Prevalence of polycystic ovaries in women with self-reported symptoms of oligomenorrhoea and/or hirsutism: Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 Study
Women with irregular periods and/or excessive body hair are more likely to have polycystic ovaries, and this condition is linked to higher health risks.
research Use of ethinylestradiol/drospirenone combination in patients with the polycystic ovary syndrome
The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research No. 350-Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
The conclusion is that proper diagnosis and long-term treatment, including medication, hair removal, and lifestyle changes, are important for improving hirsutism, especially in PCOS patients.
research Pharmacological Approaches to Controlling Cardiometabolic Risk in Women with PCOS
Treatments for PCOS aim to reduce androgen levels and improve insulin sensitivity to lower cardiometabolic risk.
research Update on polycystic ovary syndrome
The 2018 guideline for PCOS suggests new diagnostic criteria and treatments, but recognizes the need for more research.
research Women with PCOS have a heightened risk of cardiometabolic and cardiovascular diseases: statement from the Experts Group on Inositol in Basic and Clinical Research and PCOS (EGOI-PCOS) and Italian Association of Hospital Cardiologists (ANMCO)
Women with PCOS have a higher risk of heart disease.
research A review article on pcos and its impact on quality of life in women correlation with age, basal metabolic index and various factors
PCOS negatively affects women's quality of life, especially if not detected early.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatments
PCOS affects many women, causing hormonal issues and health risks, but can be managed with lifestyle changes and medication.
research Assessing medication use patterns among patients with polycystic ovary syndrome at a tertiary care teaching hospital in South Korea: A retrospective study
Most patients with PCOS were prescribed medroxyprogesterone acetate or oral contraceptives, with some experiencing side effects or needing prescription changes.