7 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research” Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.
3 citations
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February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture may improve Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome symptoms and reduce costs, but more research is needed.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism case reports” A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine” Combining modern and Unani treatments may offer better care for hirsutism in PCOS.
December 2023 in “Research in pharmacy” Phytotherapeutic compounds and supplements can help manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
September 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences and Research” Resistance training improved BMI and menstrual regularity more in women with PCOS than aerobic training.
12 citations
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January 2010 in “Pediatric Health” Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.
4 citations
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July 2019 in “Children (Basel)” The review concludes that more research is needed to better improve the health outcomes for people with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
3 citations
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October 2010 in “Journal of Experimental & Clinical Medicine” Obesity is a major risk factor for insulin resistance in Taiwanese women with PCOS, which is also an independent risk factor for metabolic syndrome.
February 2026 in “International Journal on Science and Technology” Vitex negundo may help treat PCOD, but more human studies are needed.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Kantavallabha rasa may help manage PCOS symptoms effectively.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology” A holistic approach, including lifestyle changes and surgery, is recommended for better long-term PCOS management.
December 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” Combining lifestyle changes and medication is most effective for managing PCOS symptoms.
May 2024 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” Women with PCOS have higher oxidative stress and hormone imbalances, suggesting managing oxidative stress could help.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Academic Studies” Vitamin E helps reduce PCOS symptoms and improves hormonal balance.
April 2024 in “Canadian Women s Health Today” PCOS treatment focuses on lifestyle changes and specific medications to manage symptoms and complications.
January 2024 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” Treating early puberty with hormone therapy may increase the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in adults.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “Sri Lanka Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology/Sri Lanka Journal Of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can lead to serious health problems.
April 2026 in “AMEI's Current Trends in Diagnosis & Treatment” PCOS-related infertility is managed with lifestyle changes and medications.
155 citations
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March 2006 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Women with PCOS have heart-related issues not because of obesity, but due to insulin resistance and low adiponectin levels.
73 citations
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June 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Polycystic ovarian shape is a genetic sign of PCOS and its hormonal and metabolic features can be inherited.
60 citations
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May 2011 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.
53 citations
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February 2022 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” AMH helps estimate ovarian reserve but doesn't predict pregnancy chances; age is more important.
49 citations
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November 2019 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics” Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
38 citations
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May 2006 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Women with only irregular periods or excess hair have a better hormone profile than those with full PCOS, but both groups are similar, indicating a need for better PCOS diagnosis methods.
34 citations
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January 2008 in “International Review of Neurobiology” Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.
28 citations
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October 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Ovarian SAHA syndrome makes women with PCOS more resistant to insulin and increases their risk of blood sugar problems.
24 citations
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September 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.
21 citations
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July 2019 in “Cardiovascular Research” High levels of male hormones in pregnant mice cause heart enlargement and poor heart function in their female babies.