29 citations
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February 2021 in “Cancers” Ion channels play a key role in ovarian cancer growth and treatment resistance.
January 2026 in “RSC Medicinal Chemistry” Calanthoside may help hair growth by boosting cell proliferation.
4 citations
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March 2021 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” Women with PCOS have higher body fat and skinfold thickness, especially in the H-O-POM phenotype.
October 2016 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.
November 2003 in “Aap Grand Rounds” Low-dose flutamide-metformin therapy effectively improved PCOS symptoms in adolescent girls.
26 citations
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March 2006 in “Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders. Drug targets” This enzyme helps metabolize fatty acids and isoleucine, and could be key in treating neurological diseases and certain cancers.
16 citations
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November 2018 in “Singapore Medical Journal” Primary care for PCOS focuses on lifestyle changes, medication based on symptoms, and mental health, with diabetes screening and specialist referral for severe cases.
10 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of biomedical optics” OCT is a reliable, noninvasive way to measure hair thickness.
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.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “ARC Journal of Nursing and Healthcare” Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise improve PCOS symptoms and fertility.
April 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Oral contraceptives with cyproterone acetate improved quality of life for women with PCOS more than those with levonorgestrel.
January 2011 in “Yearbook of Endocrinology”
3 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” People with polycystic ovary syndrome often experience anxiety and depression.
9 citations
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October 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The OVOL1 gene, controlled by β-catenin, is crucial for creating hair follicles.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Human hair follicles have a unique way of using energy and might use the Cori cycle; blocking CCR5 could help treat hair loss.
1 citations
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September 2025 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” Ecklonia cava improves the effectiveness of Diane-35 in managing PCOS symptoms.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Skin Health and Disease” Abrocitinib is being evaluated for safety and effectiveness in treating moderate to severe atopic dermatitis.
7 citations
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April 2019 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” 11α-Hydroxyprogesterone is changed into different substances by certain enzymes and may play a role in prostate cancer.
38 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” Oclacitinib maleate successfully treated alopecia in Andean bears.
May 2024 in “IP Journal of Nutrition Metabolism and Health Science” The educational program effectively improved knowledge about PCOS among adolescent girls.
13 citations
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August 2016 in “Reproduction” High doses of nandrolone decanoate disrupt ovarian hormones and receptors in rats, with recovery only at lower doses and longer recovery times.
19 citations
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October 2004 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” The diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) requires a detailed patient history, ultrasound scanning, hormone level checks, and assessments of ovulation, obesity, and insulin resistance. It's a variable condition that needs individualized management and is a significant risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.
1 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The cream effectively reduced hair growth on forearms.
1 citations
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November 2023 PCOD mainly affects young women, causing symptoms like irregular periods and weight gain, with mixed success from lifestyle changes and medication.
November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Ankle braces reduce motion, while external focus improves hip and knee movements.
7 citations
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June 2021 in “Cell Proliferation” Low oxygen levels improve the function of hair and skin cells when they are in direct contact.
A portable imaging system shows promise for diagnosing skin diseases and checking laser treatment effects.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Pakistan BioMedical Journal” Many young women are unaware of PCOS symptoms, and poor diets worsen their menstrual cycles.
1 citations
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April 2019 in “Endokrynologia Polska” Healthy diet and exercise are important for women with PCOS to manage weight and metabolic issues, and supplements like omega-3, vitamin D, and inositol may help.