January 2019 in “Egyptian Journal of Obesity, Diabetes and Endocrinology” People with polycystic ovary syndrome often have low levels of vitamin D.
292 citations
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April 2024 in “Nature Reviews Disease Primers” Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS are crucial to reduce health risks and costs.
2 citations
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June 2009 in “The Nurse practitioner” Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” PCOS is influenced by genetics and lifestyle, causing hormonal imbalances and health risks like diabetes and infertility.
14 citations
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August 2021 in “Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports” Pegvaliase effectively reduces blood phenylalanine levels in most PKU patients, but requires personalized plans and good communication to manage side effects.
16 citations
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April 2018 in “Current opinion in gynecology and obstetrics” Hispanic women with PCOS are more likely to have liver diseases like NAFLD and NASH.
12 citations
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January 2022 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” Oxidative stress is higher in women with PCOS, especially if they're obese, and it may increase their risk of heart disease.
November 2025 in “Journal of Kufa for Chemical Sciences” L-Selectin and adiponectin can help identify PCOS patients who respond to Metformin treatment.
11 citations
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January 2024 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol, especially in a 40:1 ratio, effectively treat PCOS by improving insulin sensitivity and ovulation.
30 citations
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October 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Inhibiting glycogen metabolism can promote hair growth.
15 citations
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August 1991 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics” A special diet can fix hair problems in argininosuccinase deficiency.
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January 2004 in “Chinese Journal of New Drugs and Clinical Remedies” Finasteride reduces VEGF expression and microvascular growth in diabetic rat retinas.
15 citations
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August 2010 in “Fertility and sterility” Metformin works better for adolescent girls with PCOS who have certain genetic variations.
July 2023 in “CRC Press eBooks” PCOS is a hormonal disorder in women with no cure, managed by medication and lifestyle changes.
1 citations
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May 2009 in “Wiley-Blackwell eBooks” Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
5 citations
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March 2021 in “F1000Research” A specific gene variation increases the risk of high uric acid and cholesterol in young Mexican males.
12 citations
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Innovative biomaterials show promise in healing chronic diabetic foot ulcers.
33 citations
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January 2007 in “Pediatric dermatology” Hair thinning and loss in a girl with a rare metabolic disorder was linked to her condition.
May 2015 in “Endocrine Abstracts” Both finasteride and metformin effectively treat PCOS by reducing hormone levels and insulin resistance.
10 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of visualized experiments” The document concludes that the technique allows for the detection of LDH activity in various tissues, showing where cells are actively metabolizing glucose.
3 citations
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September 2025 in “Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine” Women with PCOS have a higher risk of heart disease.
August 2020 in “Journal of Womens Health, Issues and Care” PCOS affects many women, causing menstrual issues and infertility, but can be managed with lifestyle changes, medications, and possibly herbal treatments.
278 citations
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August 2004 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” Polycystic ovaries are defined by having 12 or more small follicles in each ovary and are found in up to 33% of women, while Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormone disorder in women of reproductive age, potentially increasing risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart diseases.
7 citations
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May 2024 in “Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica” Severe menstrual issues in PCOS women signal higher risk for heart and metabolic problems.
16 citations
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January 2014 in “Obesity surgery” Vertical sleeve gastrectomy improved metabolism, behavior, and reproduction in obese rats with PCOS.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A young patient with unusual insulin resistance and high testosterone levels had a rare INSR gene mutation.
48 citations
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August 1981 in “American Journal of Veterinary Research” Glucocorticoid use in dogs quickly causes liver changes and Cushing's syndrome symptoms.
5 citations
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January 2019 in “cIRcle (University of British Columbia)” A high fiber, low glycemic diet, exercise, and stress management can help reduce PCOS symptoms.
20 citations
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May 1985 in “British journal of nutrition” Dietary essential fatty acids improved skin and hair conditions and partially corrected fat composition in diabetic mice.
23 citations
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Deoxyshikonin helps wounds heal faster in diabetic mice.