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January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Metabolic syndrome is more common in people with early-onset androgenic alopecia.
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January 2022 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.
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January 2021 in “Fermentation” Probiotics and synbiotics might help manage hirsutism by improving insulin resistance.
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March 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Alopecia areata patients may have higher cardiovascular risk factors, so screening for metabolic syndrome components is suggested.
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December 2022 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The most common skin issues in females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are excessive hair growth, hair loss, oily skin, acne, dark skin patches, and skin tags, which may be linked to hormone and insulin levels.
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April 2009 in “한국생물공학회 학술대회” Onion extracts can promote hair growth, but quercetin is not responsible.
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July 2006 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” Physical activity significantly improved symptoms of PCOS in a patient.
January 2026 in “Medicine” Higher LDL cholesterol may increase the risk of hair loss, while HDL cholesterol does not.
December 2025 in “Annals of the College of Medicine Mosul/Annals of the College of Medecine” Metformin reduces insulin resistance in PCOS, but combining it with finasteride offers extra benefits.
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April 2019 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Vitamin D is important for skin health, but more research is needed to understand its full effects and treatment potential.
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January 2024 in “Biomarker Insights” Certain genetic variants may increase the risk of developing PCOS.
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July 2005 in “Journal of lipid research” DGAT1 enzyme helps make diacylglycerols, waxes, and retinyl esters.
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April 2021 in “Pharmaceutics” Characterizing lipid nanoparticles is challenging due to issues with sensitivity, reproducibility, and reliability.
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May 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Insulin resistance might not be enough to worsen blood vessel function in young, nonobese women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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October 2024 in “JAMA Network Open” PCOS is common among Indian women, often with metabolic issues, needing better management strategies.
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October 2023 in “Biomedicines” PCOS causes inflammation regardless of body weight.
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June 2019 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.
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March 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Natural compounds and biomimetic engineering can improve wound healing by enhancing fibroblast activity.
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April 2018 in “Current opinion in gynecology and obstetrics” Hispanic women with PCOS are more likely to have liver diseases like NAFLD and NASH.
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January 2014 in “Obesity surgery” Vertical sleeve gastrectomy improved metabolism, behavior, and reproduction in obese rats with PCOS.
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August 2024 in “Pharmacological Reviews” The intestinal lymphatic system is active and promising for targeted drug delivery and therapies.
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October 2024 in “Livers” Sex hormones affect liver fat and metabolic health differently in men and women.
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PCOS involves high 11-oxygenated androgens and BPA may worsen it, while IH is not inflammatory.
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April 2023 in “Biomedicines” Dihydrotestosterone boosts inflammation in fat cells more than testosterone.
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December 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Abnormal growth factor metabolism may link psoriasis and metabolic syndrome, and obesity can affect psoriasis treatment effectiveness.
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January 2017 in “Acta Endocrinologica” High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.