11 citations
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February 2008 in “British journal of nursing” Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
9 citations
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May 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Young women with PCOS and no other heart risk factors have normal heart function.
6 citations
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July 2013 in “Acta Clinica Belgica” The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
1 citations
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October 2023 in “Egyptian Journal of Immunology” PCOS is linked to low-grade chronic inflammation.
October 2007 in “Current Respiratory Medicine Reviews” Women with PCOS are much more likely to have sleep problems and should be checked for them.
64 citations
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January 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Myo-inositol helps improve skin conditions and metabolic profiles in young women with PCOS.
62 citations
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July 2017 in “Endocrine connections” Adults with polycystic ovary syndrome are much more likely to have obstructive sleep apnea.
48 citations
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January 2011 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” The conclusion is that genetic changes in the glucocorticoid receptor can lead to conditions affecting stress response, immunity, and metabolism, requiring personalized treatment.
45 citations
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June 2008 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method effectively identifies banned substances in hair loss and skin disease cosmetics.
33 citations
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September 2014 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” High afamin levels are linked to metabolic syndrome and may predict its development in women with insulin resistance.
22 citations
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March 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Hormonal antiandrogen therapy for acne is underused and can reduce the need for antibiotics.
22 citations
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May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss from genetics and hormones can be treated with drugs or surgery.
19 citations
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January 2007 in “Dermatology” Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.
16 citations
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March 2015 in “Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift” Vitamin D deficiency is common in women with PCOS and linked to some metabolic problems, but not the main cause of their metabolic issues.
16 citations
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December 2007 in “Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research” PCOS lowers quality of life, causing issues like obesity, infertility, and menstrual problems.
15 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Spironolactone effectively treats female pattern hair loss with few side effects.
13 citations
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February 2007 in “British Journal of Dermatology” EF and PXE not closely related.
12 citations
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May 2017 in “Medicine” Oral isotretinoin was recommended for a 21-year-old woman with severe acne.
8 citations
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June 2017 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation” Mild thyroid issues don't affect the metabolism and hormones of women with PCOS.
7 citations
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” Two gene variations, rs6493497 and rs7176005, may be linked to female hair loss in Chinese people.
5 citations
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October 2016 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of respiratory and ear infections due to slower nasal mucociliary clearance.
Dutasteride can stabilize hair loss in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia, but its safety in women is unclear, so use it with caution.
4 citations
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September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for skin conditions caused by excess androgens.
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.
3 citations
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July 2011 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Acne is common in adult women, often continues from adolescence, and can lead to scarring.
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2 citations
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May 2011 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
1 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women with idiopathic hirsutism and PCOS have higher RBP4 levels, and PCOS is linked to greater insulin resistance; weight management may help both conditions.
January 2026 in “Journal of Contemporary Studies in Epidemiology and Public Health” Women with PCOS often have severe PMS, but managing anemia and regular menstruation can help reduce symptoms.
Healthcare providers should know how to manage facial hair issues in women due to their social impact.
February 2025 in “Cureus” Non-compliance with PCOS medication worsens symptoms and highlights the need for better patient support and education.