28 citations
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July 2017 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Early onset baldness in men may indicate a condition similar to PCOS, linked to heart disease, diabetes, and prostate issues.
April 2024 in “International journal of medical science and clinical research studies” Effective acne management in PCOS includes hormone therapy, metformin, isotretinoin, weight loss, diet, exercise, and personalized treatment plans.
March 2024 in “International journal of life-sciences scientific research/SSR Institute of International Journal of Life Sciences” PCOS has many symptoms, with high androgen levels being the most common.
114 citations
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January 2014 in “World Journal of Gastroenterology” People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.
7 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” Nearly half of women with PCOS have metabolic syndrome, and lifestyle changes are crucial to prevent complications.
17 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Women with PCOS in North China often have hirsutism and acne, with hirsutism linked to metabolic issues.
December 2025 in “International journal of research and scientific innovation” Women with PCOS in Nigeria have higher heart risk markers, needing early heart health checks.
Lower adiponectin levels may relate to depression in women with PCOS.
January 2017 in “Clinical & medical biochemistry” Certain gene variations in AKT2 are more common in women with PCOS and are linked to higher levels of specific hormones and symptoms.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Managing emotional distress, obesity, insulin resistance, and high male hormones is crucial for improving well-being in women with PCOS.
14 citations
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February 2000 in “Feminism & Psychology” The entry showed that PCOS negatively affects women's self-image and is worsened by societal expectations, suggesting a need for more feminist attention to the condition.
107 citations
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August 2002 in “Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry” Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.
11 citations
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July 2003 in “The Nurse practitioner” New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.
9 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of medical science and clinical research” Only 22% of teenage girls in the study knew about PCOS, despite many having symptoms.
2 citations
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Infertility & Fetal Medicine” Obese and lean women with PCOS have different symptoms and need different treatments.
2 citations
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September 2002 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” The GH-IGF-I axis is likely involved in the hormonal imbalances seen in non-obese women with functional hyperandrogenism.
2 citations
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December 1994 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.
August 2023 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Ayurvedic treatment, exercise, and a healthy diet can effectively manage PCOD symptoms.
April 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most women with excess hair growth had Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and severity wasn't linked to hormone levels.
117 citations
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May 2017 in “Human Reproduction Update” The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
91 citations
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December 2017 in “Systems Biology in Reproductive Medicine” Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.
71 citations
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June 2006 in “Human Reproduction” Women with PCOS who have low SHBG are more likely to have low good cholesterol and metabolic syndrome.
55 citations
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March 2000 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
30 citations
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April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology” The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
28 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” The VEGF +405G allele may increase the risk of PCOS in South Indian women.
17 citations
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October 2003 in “Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research” The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.
11 citations
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February 2003 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
10 citations
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December 1995 in “Journal of women's health” Finasteride reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and works better with electrolysis.
6 citations
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September 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Machine learning can accurately diagnose PCOS non-invasively using clinical and ultrasound features.
4 citations
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January 2017 in “Acta Endocrinologica” Finasteride and metformin both help treat PCOS, but using them together works best.