research Irregular Menstruation, Acne, Hirsutism, and the Possibility with PCOS
Women with irregular periods should be checked for PCOS and treated early to prevent complications, with birth control pills helping to manage symptoms.
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research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Caucasian Women from Spain1
Polycystic ovary syndrome is found in 6.5% of unselected Caucasian women in Spain.
research Comparison of high-dose finasteride (5 mg/day) versus low-dose finasteride (2.5 mg/day) in the treatment of hirsutism
Low-dose finasteride effectively treats hirsutism, is safe, and cost-effective.
research Comparison of cyproterone acetate plus ethinyl estradiol and finasteride in the treatment of hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate plus ethinyl estradiol is generally more effective in treating hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient characteristics.
research Cyproterone acetate as initial treatment and maintenance therapy for hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and patient education.
research Physiological perspective of Hirsutism in Unani Medicine: An Overview and Update
No single treatment effectively cures hirsutism, and evidence for herbal remedies is weak.
research Testosterone Improves Antidepressant‐Emergent Loss of Libido in Women: Findings from a Randomized, Double‐Blind, Placebo‐Controlled Trial
Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.
research Evaluation of affective temperament and anxiety–depression levels of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS tend to have higher anxiety and depression levels compared to healthy women.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research Assessment of the Ability of the ChatGPT-5 Model to Pass the Endocrinology Specialization Exam
ChatGPT-5 can pass the endocrinology exam but isn't fully reliable for clinical decisions yet.
research Effect of Acupressure on Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Acupressure improves quality of life in PCOS patients.
research Health-related quality of life in adult Mediterranean women with polycystic ovary syndrome attending to a tertiary hospital: a case-control study.
Women with PCOS have worse physical health but similar mental health compared to those without PCOS.
research Levonorgestrel effects on serum androgens, sex hormone–binding globulin levels, hair shaft diameter, and sexual function
research Adrenal Mass in a 70-Year-Old Woman
A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.
research Diagnosis of hyperandrogenism: clinical criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
research Ovarian SAHA syndrome is associated with a more insulin-resistant profile and represents an independent risk factor for glucose abnormalities in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A prospective controlled study
Ovarian SAHA syndrome makes women with PCOS more resistant to insulin and increases their risk of blood sugar problems.
research Insulin resistance and its relationship with high molecular weight adiponectin in adolescents with polycystic ovary syndrome and a maternal history of polycystic ovary syndrome
Teens with PCOS and a mom with PCOS have higher insulin resistance and lower adiponectin levels, which could signal early metabolic problems.
research Clinical and laboratory indicators of polycystic ovary syndrome in Chinese Han nationality with different Rotterdam criteria-based phenotypes
Different types of PCOS in Chinese Han women show varying levels of male hormone and metabolic issues.
research Sexual function in women with androgen excess disorders: classic forms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia and polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) have more sexual function issues than those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but physical activity can improve sexual functioning in all women.
research Assessment of Optimism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Case Control-Study
Women with PCOS tend to be less optimistic than those without it.
research Ovulatory Versus Anovulatory Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotypes: is There Really Any Effect on Laboratory, Clinic and Metabolic Profiles for Turkish Women?
Anovulatory PCOS patients are younger with longer cycles and higher blood pressure and hormone levels.
research Effect of Exercise Interventions on Metabolic, Reproductive and Mental Health in Overweight Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is better than moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) for improving health in overweight women with PCOS.
research The hyperandrogenic-insulin-resistant acanthosis nigricans syndrome: therapeutic response
Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.
research Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate for Use in Dermatological Disorders
Ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for skin conditions caused by excess androgens.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Management of a Long-Term Condition in Primary Care
Manage PCOS in primary care with weight loss, psychological support, medication, and monitoring for health risks.
research Hirsutism due to polycystic ovarian syndrome: An integrative review of pathophysiology and management
Combining modern and Unani treatments may offer better care for hirsutism in PCOS.
research Diagnosis and Treatment of PCOS- A Comparative Review
PCOS is a hormonal issue in women that is usually treated with birth control pills, metformin, and lifestyle changes, with early treatment helping to reduce complications and improve life quality.
research Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis
Hirsutism in women is mostly due to PCOS and can be managed with oral contraceptives and hair removal methods.
research Efficacy of topical minoxidil in enhancing beard growth in a group of transgender assigned female at birth individuals on gender affirming hormone therapy
Topical minoxidil helps transgender individuals assigned female at birth grow more facial hair.