20 citations
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August 2022 in “Archives of Medical Science” The Polish medical societies have redefined metabolic syndrome and recommend lifestyle changes, certain medications, and possibly bariatric surgery for treatment. They also discuss managing related health conditions.
17 citations
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January 2020 in “The World Journal of Men's Health” Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
6 citations
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August 2023 in “European journal of endocrinology” The 2023 guideline advises a detailed approach for PCOS, focusing on early detection, lifestyle and medical treatments, and managing health risks.
March 2012 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Teens with PCOS have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and need regular glucose checks.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Animal Reproduction” Using rodents for research shows that health problems in the womb can cause diseases later in life.
8 citations
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June 2020 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Taking 5α-reductase inhibitors with prednisolone can worsen its negative effects on metabolism.
8 citations
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March 2018 in “Expert Review of Respiratory Medicine” Inhalation therapy may repair and protect elastin in the lungs of COPD patients.
29 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Semaglutide helps obese PCOS patients lose weight and improve health.
February 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology” PCOS women have more arm fat and higher insulin resistance and glucose levels than non-PCOS women.
32 citations
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January 2007 in “KARGER eBooks” Severe insulin resistance can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes, and treatment for related conditions.
2 citations
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June 2024 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” Higher SFRP-4 levels were found in people without a diabetic family history.
5 citations
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October 2018 in “Medical Science Monitor” Women with PCOS have lower amylin levels, which are not related to their body weight.
237 citations
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February 2016 in “Science Translational Medicine” The timing of when the gene Bmal1 is active affects aging and survival, with its absence during development, not adulthood, leading to premature aging.
May 2025 in “Journal of Experimental Pharmacology” Allium ascalonicum L. extract may help improve insulin resistance.
69 citations
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December 2005 in “Nature Clinical Practice Endocrinology & Metabolism” Blocking the enzyme 11β-HSD1 might help treat obesity and metabolic issues.
January 1983 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Beta-blockers and anti-anginal medications have various side effects and interactions that require careful monitoring and individualized treatment.
16 citations
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January 2014 in “Obesity surgery” Vertical sleeve gastrectomy improved metabolism, behavior, and reproduction in obese rats with PCOS.
142 citations
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November 2009 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Tridax procumbens significantly lowers blood sugar in diabetic rats.
20 citations
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June 2017 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation” Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.
40 citations
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April 2008 in “European journal of endocrinology” Metformin and rosiglitazone both improved insulin use and hormonal symptoms in women with PCOS.
3 citations
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” Irisin and GIP levels are not linked to BMI in women, regardless of PCOS status.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “Functional foods in health and disease/Journal of functional foods in health & disease” Taking a probiotic supplement twice a day improved hair growth, skin hydration, and metabolic health in adults at risk of metabolic syndrome.
28 citations
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October 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Ovarian SAHA syndrome makes women with PCOS more resistant to insulin and increases their risk of blood sugar problems.
280 citations
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July 2018 in “Antioxidants” Treatments that reduce oxidative stress and fix mitochondrial problems may help heal chronic wounds.
December 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Valproic acid helps hair follicle stem cells survive better in low oxygen and glucose conditions.
121 citations
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April 2008 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” Many women in southern China have polycystic ovary syndrome, with some symptoms differing from Western women.
7 citations
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October 2020 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Women with PCOS are at high risk of glucose metabolism issues and heart diseases, especially if overweight, highlighting the need for early intervention.
29 citations
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January 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain blood clotting factors, suggesting a greater risk of cardiovascular issues.
26 citations
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June 2014 in “Fertility and Sterility” Teens with PCOS and a mom with PCOS have higher insulin resistance and lower adiponectin levels, which could signal early metabolic problems.
18 citations
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July 2019 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Women with PCOS in Sicily show different levels of metabolic problems depending on their PCOS type, with obesity and abnormal lipid profiles being common.