9 citations
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February 2007 in “JAMA” PCOS is a common inherited condition causing cysts, irregular periods, and increased diabetes risk in women.
4 citations
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August 2021 in “Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine” The 2018 guideline for PCOS suggests new diagnostic criteria and treatments, but recognizes the need for more research.
November 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Baricitinib significantly improved hair regrowth and quality of life in severe alopecia areata patients.
November 2023 in “L'Endocrinologo” Women with PCOS are more likely to experience sexual dysfunction, but lifestyle changes and weight loss can improve sexual function.
FemmeBalance supplement significantly improved PMS symptoms in women.
August 2024 in “Medicine” Most patients with PCOS were prescribed medroxyprogesterone acetate or oral contraceptives, with some experiencing side effects or needing prescription changes.
February 2024 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Dermatologists recommend oral dutasteride for male hair loss, low-dose oral minoxidil for female hair loss, and a multidisciplinary approach for young patients, with caution during pregnancy.
September 2022 in “Indian journal of research in homeopathy/Indian journal of research in homoeopathy” Homeopathic treatment improved symptoms of PCOS in seven patients.
January 2018 in “Murdoch Research Repository (Murdoch University)” Improved genetic diagnosis of PCOS can lead to better patient outcomes.
317 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” PCOS is a complex condition in women that can lead to health issues, and lifestyle changes are the best management approach.
18 citations
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January 2013 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Neonatal neurosteroid levels affect adult brain function and behavior.
17 citations
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February 2004 in “PubMed” PCOS treatment focuses on inducing ovulation, reducing androgens, and managing long-term health risks with medications and lifestyle changes.
7 citations
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May 2014 in “Iranian Red Crescent medical journal” Laser hair removal is effective for hirsutism when combined with treatment for the underlying causes.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” The guideline refines PCOS diagnosis, promotes a healthy lifestyle, reviews treatments, and stresses long-term follow-up.
4 citations
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November 2001 in “Journal of Neuropsychiatry” Divalproex sodium can sometimes worsen behavior in some patients.
2 citations
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November 2022 in “Bioscience Reports” Polycystic ovary syndrome and iron overload share similar symptoms and can be potentially treated with blood removal, diet changes, and probiotics.
2 citations
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October 2019 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” AMH is a reliable marker for diagnosing PCOS.
1 citations
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February 2024 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Medroxyprogesterone acetate is as effective as oral contraceptives for resuming ovulation in women with PCOS.
September 2025 in “Obstetrics and gynecology.” Myoinositol effectively manages PCOS with fewer side effects than metformin.
January 2025 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Diagnosing PCOS is challenging due to its complex and varied symptoms.
October 2020 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” More than half of the young women checked had PCOS, which was linked to inactive lifestyles and poor diets.
September 2019 in “Mağallaẗ Tikrīt li-l-ʻulūm al-ṣirfaẗ” Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain hormones compared to healthy women, and these levels vary with BMI, age, and treatment type.
January 2017 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” The document concludes that managing Dunnigan-Type Familial Partial Lipodystrophy involves treating associated health issues and using medications like metformin and leptin replacement.
November 2001 in “The Journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences/The journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences” Divalproex sodium can unexpectedly cause agitation and hyperactivity in some patients.
January 2020 in “Case reports in endocrinology” Removing one ovary helped treat a woman's severe PCOS symptoms when medicine didn't work.
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October 2020 in “PubMed” Hormone testing may not be very helpful in diagnosing female pattern hair loss.
135 citations
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April 2017 in “Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine” New treatments for PCOS show promise, including both medication and non-medication options.
60 citations
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June 1997 in “Baillière's clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” PCOS is often caused by hormonal imbalances that can lead to various health issues and may indicate a risk for future metabolic and cardiovascular problems.
45 citations
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Functional foods and nutrients like flavonoids, vitamin D, omega-3s, and probiotics can boost brain health and reduce stress.
21 citations
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May 2016 in “Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry” Diazepam's effects on anxiety and memory differ between male and female rats due to hormonal influences.