May 2023 in “Metabolites” Myo-inositol plus α-lactalbumin works better than myo-inositol alone for improving symptoms of PCOS.
6 citations
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January 2015 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” More than half of the women with PCOS in Southern India had Metabolic Syndrome, with large waist circumference being the most common feature.
5 citations
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July 1998 in “PubMed” Excessive androgen in women can cause acne, hair growth, baldness, and PCOS, often treatable with medication.
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January 2017 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Women with PCOS often have different clinical signs, hormone levels, and gynecological issues compared to those without the condition.
9 citations
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May 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Young women with PCOS and no other heart risk factors have normal heart function.
1 citations
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January 2020 AMH levels in adolescents with PCOS are not affected by their weight.
4 citations
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May 2019 in “Reproductive Endocrinology” Accurate diagnosis of hyperandrogenism, especially PCOS, is crucial for managing fertility and metabolic risks in women.
26 citations
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August 2008 in “Clinical endocrinology” The document concludes that more multidisciplinary research is needed to understand and treat PCOS, a condition that significantly affects women's health and quality of life.
12 citations
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January 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” A postmenopausal woman's hair loss and excess hair growth improved after surgery for ovarian hyperthecosis.
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.
January 2017 in “University journal of surgery and surgical specialities” Steroid cell tumors in ovaries are rare, can cause hormone changes, and may be cancerous.
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” PCOS affects health and quality of life, with effective treatments available and a need for more research on alternative therapies.
January 2025 in “Japanese Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology” NAFLD is common in women with PCOS and may signal metabolic syndrome.
January 2014 in “European Geriatric Medicine” A postmenopausal woman's virilization was caused by a rare ovarian tumor that was hard to detect but was successfully treated with surgery.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Eating well and exercising can help manage PCOS symptoms.
23 citations
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March 1998 in “BMJ” Haemochromatosis can cause infertility by affecting hormone glands.
Early detection and treatment of iron deficiency anemia, especially in premenopausal women, is crucial for rapid symptom improvement.
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July 2021 in “Nutrients” Eating healthy, exercising, and taking certain supplements can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms.
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.
August 2023 in “JAAD International” Low dose oral minoxidil is generally safe and can improve hair loss in women, with some experiencing side effects and minimal blood pressure changes.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's ovarian fibroma caused high testosterone levels, which normalized after surgery.
9 citations
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November 2015 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Different types of PCOS in Chinese Han women show varying levels of male hormone and metabolic issues.
January 2024 in “University of Zagreb University Computing Centre (SRCE)” Women with PCOS have different hormone levels than those without it.
January 2026 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports” PCOS management involves lifestyle changes, hormonal treatments, and medications to address symptoms and improve insulin sensitivity.
12 citations
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January 2000 in “Time to knit” Obesity may be linked to PCOS in women.
278 citations
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August 2004 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” Polycystic ovaries are defined by having 12 or more small follicles in each ovary and are found in up to 33% of women, while Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormone disorder in women of reproductive age, potentially increasing risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart diseases.
Higher DHEA-S levels are linked to smaller ovarian volume in women with PCOS.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian cancer with a good outlook was found in a woman with unusual hair growth and abdominal symptoms.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Glucocorticoid treatment lowered androgen levels but didn't improve hirsutism or ovulation and caused weight gain.
August 2019 in “Repozitorij Farmaceutsko-biokemijskog fakulteta (Sveučilišta u Zagrebu)” PCOS treatment combines lifestyle changes and medication to manage symptoms and reduce health risks.