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January 2013 in “Türkiye klinikleri tıp bilimleri dergisi” The study suggests using a score of 11 on the mFG scale to diagnose hirsutism in Turkish women, with adjustments for age, skin type, and family history.
2 citations
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May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” Ovulation disorders are a major cause of infertility and menstrual problems in women.
2 citations
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July 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Sex hormones likely don't affect atopic dermatitis in adolescents and adults.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Diagnostics” Women with PCOS are more likely to develop kidney stones, especially those with certain PCOS types.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Oxidative stress and immune dysfunction are linked to both Hashimoto's thyroiditis and polycystic ovary syndrome, with diet and specific treatments important for managing these conditions.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” Ayurvedic treatment, including Matra basti, may help improve PCOS symptoms.
April 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Personalized hair loss treatments are needed for transgender individuals, but more research is required.
August 2024 in “Quality in Sport” Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are crucial for managing PCOS.
April 2023 in “JMIR Research Protocols” The study aims to create a model to predict health attributes using diverse health data from Japanese adults.
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) show higher levels of hope, judgement, perspective, and transcendence, and could benefit from positive psychology therapy.
January 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
January 2019 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology International Journal” Hormonal changes and conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome are major causes of adult acne in women, with varying prevalence among different ethnicities.
343 citations
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December 2008 in “Endocrine Reviews” Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
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October 2021 in “Medicine” Exercising women should be screened for anemia due to its prevalence and impact on performance.
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September 2024 in “Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology” PCOS women have more severe metabolic issues and higher androgen levels than hyperandrogenic women without PCOS.
October 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Iron balance is crucial for skin health, affecting conditions like psoriasis and hair loss.
November 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin cells and certain hair follicle areas produce hemoglobin, which may help protect against oxidative stress like UV damage.
June 2023 in “Journal of General Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia” Older, overweight women with children and a family history of hair loss are more likely to experience female pattern hair loss.
February 2022 in “Mediators of Inflammation” Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have lower levels of a substance called DIAPH1 in their blood, which is linked to changes in sugar metabolism and insulin resistance.
January 2022 in “Dubai diabetes and endocrinology journal/Dubai diabetes & endocrinology journal” A 16-year-old girl with HAIR-AN syndrome was treated with lifestyle changes and medications to manage her condition.
September 2025 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” Efficient PCOS screening is crucial for early detection, with lifestyle factors like fruit intake potentially aiding prevention.
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.
1 citations
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July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
49 citations
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May 2018 in “Endocrine” Women with regular menstrual cycles and PCOS have linked kisspeptin and LH hormone patterns, unlike those with irregular cycles.
33 citations
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January 2018 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Metformin improves menstrual cycles and hormone levels in women with PCOS, mostly within the first 6 months.
24 citations
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January 2021 in “Physiological Research” Testosterone affects brain functions and contributes to sex differences, influencing conditions like autism.
22 citations
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January 2015 in “The Cochrane library” DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
January 2016 in “Journal of SAFOG” Girls with PCOS and menstrual disorders have notably higher androgen hormone levels.
90 citations
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August 2002 in “European journal of endocrinology” Metformin improves hair growth and menstrual frequency in women with PCOS and hirsutism.
62 citations
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August 2018 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Androgens are important for normal ovarian function and estrogen production, but may not be the main cause of follicle death.