37 citations
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January 2004 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” About 3% of high school girls aged 14-18 in Isfahan, Iran, have polycystic ovary syndrome.
2 citations
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March 2018 in “BMJ Case Reports” Check hormone levels in older women to find hidden conditions like certain tumors.
74 citations
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January 2006 in “Endocrine journal” Low-dose gonadotropin treatment is effective for infertility in women with PCOS, leading to high ovulation rates and comparable pregnancy rates with fewer complications.
1 citations
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January 2013 in “UNICA IRIS Institutional Research Information System (University of Cagliari)” Hormonal contraceptives may reduce social behavior and sexual motivation by lowering allopregnanolone levels.
Androstenedione is better than testosterone for diagnosing PCOS in Indian women.
2 citations
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January 2019 Hormonal contraceptives and therapies regulate organ functions and treat various conditions.
78 citations
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November 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
71 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Proteome Research” Women with PCOS have different levels of certain fats and proteins in their blood, which could help diagnose the condition.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's increased facial hair and hair loss were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, cured by surgery.
1 citations
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December 2025 in “Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings” Leuprolide may better manage cholesterol and blood pressure in PCOS than spironolactone.
28 citations
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January 2017 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Skin problems like acne, excessive hair growth, and oily skin are common in women with PCOS and can help with early diagnosis.
January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Surgery successfully treated a hidden ovarian tumor causing hair loss and excess hair growth in a postmenopausal woman.
28 citations
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January 2017 in “Obstetrician & gynaecologist/The obstetrician & gynaecologist” The document concludes that managing PCOS effectively requires considering ethnic differences, obesity's impact, and ethical concerns in treatment approaches.
9 citations
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March 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Girls with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are linked to excess hair growth, but these androgens don't help diagnose PCOS.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Women with PCOS often have sleep and mental health issues, especially if overweight or insulin resistant.
8 citations
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July 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Menopause can cause oral health issues like dry mouth and burning sensations.
100 citations
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July 2004 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and prolactin play complex roles in female sexual function, with testosterone potentially improving sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction. However, more research is needed to establish safe and effective hormone treatments for female sexual dysfunction.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology” The combined therapy improved fertility in women with PCOS, especially in certain types.
4 citations
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March 2017 in “Revista del Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires” PCOS is a common disorder in women causing hormonal imbalance and fertility issues, often managed with lifestyle changes and medication.
1 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Natural Fibers” Higher keratin protein levels are important for the wool's shine in Magra sheep.
41 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Melatonin may help treat PCOS symptoms in rats.
December 2024 in “AACE Clinical Case Reports” Ovarian hyperthecosis can cause polycythemia, and surgery can normalize symptoms.
October 2022 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies” GnRH-a or orchiectomy is more effective than anti-androgens for managing hormone levels in transgender women.
January 2020 in “Open Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology” All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.
January 2026 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” Early detection and comprehensive care improve long-term health in PCOS.
15 citations
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January 1999 in “Reproduction Fertility and Development” Merino sheep have fewer wool follicles at birth than before birth.
4 citations
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January 2014 in “Dermatology” A woman with acne and baldness was found to have a rare ovarian condition but successfully had a child through fertility treatment.
January 2025 in “Directory of Open access Books (OAPEN Foundation)” PCOS affects women's hormones and metabolism, but can be managed with lifestyle changes and treatments.
215 citations
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January 2011 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” About 7% to 15% of Iranian women have polycystic ovary syndrome, depending on the criteria used to diagnose it.
February 2024 in “Animals” Hair loss peaks in spring and regrowth in late summer, with pregnant females losing the most hair.