5 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis” Women with PCOS who have high male hormone levels often also have insulin resistance.
January 2025 in “Human Reproduction Open” 25% of premenopausal women with Type 1 diabetes have undiagnosed androgen excess disorders.
50 citations
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January 1941 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism is rare and can be managed with dihydrotachysterol.
53 citations
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September 2014 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Different types of PCOS have different levels of metabolic problems, with the most severe type showing the highest disturbances.
31 citations
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January 2014 in “Clinical Endocrinology” The study suggests that being overweight or obese, not PCOS itself, is strongly linked to insulin resistance.
July 2025 in “Future Journal of Pharmaceuticals and Health Sciences” Polyherbal chocolate may help manage PCOS symptoms.
5 citations
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October 1988 in “Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice” Hair glycation can indicate long-term blood sugar trends in diabetics.
October 2010 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” Women with PCOS and androgenic alopecia have different triglyceride metabolism compared to those without hair loss.
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.
October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology” Early diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders like HAIR-AN syndrome can improve outcomes in adolescents.
149 citations
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December 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.
21 citations
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November 2015 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Greek women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and are more likely to be overweight compared to healthy controls.
58 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Pioglitazone may help treat lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
53 citations
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April 2016 in “PubMed” PCOS affects multiple organs and requires combined treatment with lifestyle changes, metformin, and oral contraceptives.
November 2025 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Restoring phenylalanine levels improved skin and hair symptoms in a PKU infant.
January 2026 in “JCEM Case Reports” A rare case of Cushing's syndrome and pheochromocytoma requires careful re-evaluation to avoid complications.
35 citations
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May 2015 in “Arquivos De Gastroenterologia” Women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease and worse metabolic health.
July 2026 in “Gazi Medical Journal” Obesity worsens metabolic issues in women with PCOS.
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.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Chemical and Biological Sciences” Glypican-4 may help indicate insulin sensitivity and lipid issues in women with PCOS.
July 2025 in “Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation” Intermittent fasting improved blood sugar control in overweight adults with prediabetes.
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.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Reproductive biology and endocrinology” Most women with PCOS have insulin resistance, especially those with phenotype B.
5 citations
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October 2018 in “Medical Science Monitor” Women with PCOS have lower amylin levels, which are not related to their body weight.
6 citations
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May 2010 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A woman with anorexia developed gout from self-induced vomiting.
The chapter concludes that diet and lifestyle changes can help manage PCOS symptoms and improve fertility.
February 2026 in “JAAD International”
270 citations
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April 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Women with PCOS often have more belly fat and higher insulin levels, but belly fat isn't the only cause of their insulin resistance.
42 citations
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July 2017 in “Scientific Reports” Women with PCOS are more likely to have insulin resistance and obesity, especially those with the most severe type I PCOS.
November 2004 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.