13 citations
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April 2015 in “Human Reproduction” Obese Hispanic women with PCOS are at higher risk for metabolic problems than non-Hispanic white women.
11 citations
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March 2021 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) symptoms vary globally, with bloating, high cholesterol, and glucose levels being common; the current diagnostic criteria may need refining.
11 citations
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April 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Certain genetic variations in OCT1 may improve insulin sensitivity with metformin in women with PCOS.
11 citations
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July 2016 in “Endocrinology” Higher Lnk protein levels in ovaries may lead to insulin resistance in women with PCOS.
11 citations
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November 2009 in “Sports Medicine” Irregular menstrual cycles in exercising women may be linked to energy deficiency or hormonal imbalances, requiring careful diagnosis for proper treatment.
10 citations
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February 2007 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” Low birthweight and rapid weight gain after birth may increase the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome.
9 citations
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March 2019 in “Anthropology and Medicine” PCOS in India is linked to broader sociocultural and environmental changes, not just diet and exercise.
8 citations
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September 2024 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Early treatment of PCOS is crucial for better health and quality of life.
7 citations
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August 2020 in “Health and Quality of Life Outcomes” Birth control pills containing cyproterone acetate improve the quality of life more for women with polycystic ovary syndrome after 6 months of use.
7 citations
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May 2019 in “Journal of the Formosan Medical Association” HSD3B1 gene variant and being overweight linked to hair loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
7 citations
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December 2014 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” LC-MS/MS is more reliable than immunoassays for diagnosing 21-hydroxylase deficiency.
6 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” 150 kHz electromagnetic radiation might help improve PCOS in rats.
6 citations
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April 2018 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” Most women with hirsutism have it because of PCOS, and they need long-term treatment including medication and hair removal to improve their condition.
5 citations
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October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” PCOS treatment should be personalized based on its type and the patient's reproductive goals.
5 citations
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June 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) have more sexual function issues than those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but physical activity can improve sexual functioning in all women.
4 citations
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January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” A certain genetic variation is linked to a higher risk of 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.
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.
2 citations
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April 2019 in “Медицинский совет” Combined oral contraceptives improve skin, hormone levels, and quality of life in women with PCOS.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “Curēus” Most children with a common hemochromatosis genotype had elevated iron levels but no severe symptoms.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “South Asian Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Fetuin A levels are higher in PCOS patients, while asprosin levels show no difference.
1 citations
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June 2019 in “Innovare journal of medical sciences” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause infertility and other health issues, and it may be improved by treatments that increase insulin sensitivity.
1 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women with idiopathic hirsutism and PCOS have higher RBP4 levels, and PCOS is linked to greater insulin resistance; weight management may help both conditions.
February 2026 in “International Journal on Science and Technology” Vitex negundo may help treat PCOD, but more human studies are needed.
August 2025 in “Advances in Therapy” Physicians in China prioritize clinical hyperandrogenism in PCOS treatment, but clearer guidelines are needed.
SNP rs2479106 in the DENND1A gene may increase PCOS risk in Saudi Arabian females.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine” Combining modern and Unani treatments may offer better care for hirsutism in PCOS.
December 2024 in “Era s journal of medical research” Genetic variants in CYP genes may worsen PCOS symptoms.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Chemical and Biological Sciences” Glypican-4 may help indicate insulin sensitivity and lipid issues in women with PCOS.