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May 2018 in “PubMed” Pregnant women with isolated hypothyroxinemia face more health issues, so iodine and folic acid supplements are important before and during early pregnancy.
September 2018 in “Fertility and Sterility” African American women have a higher risk of preterm delivery than Caucasian women, and inflammatory stimuli affect gene expression in cells related to PCOS, showing a heightened inflammatory state in women with PCOS.
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January 1996 in “Theriogenology” 34 citations
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January 2022 in “Human Reproduction Open” PRP injections did not significantly improve ovarian function in women with low ovarian reserve.
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December 2009 in “Human reproduction” Metformin taken during pregnancy increases SHBG in newborns but doesn't change other hormone levels in mothers or babies.
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April 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” New treatments aim to improve thin endometrium to help more couples with infertility.
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January 2004 in “European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology/European journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology” Certain hormone medications can treat symptoms like acne and unwanted hair, regulate periods, and prevent pregnancy in women and teenage girls.
January 2011 in “Yearbook of Endocrinology”
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May 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update” Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.
October 2025 in “Лечащий врач” Iron-deficiency anemia in pregnancy can cause serious health issues for both mother and baby.
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June 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Pregnancy often causes skin changes like darkening, stretch marks, and hair growth, which may improve after childbirth.
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May 2002 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Pregnancy can cause normal skin changes that usually go away after childbirth and don't need treatment.
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December 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The levonorgestrel intrauterine device for heavy periods may cause acne, hair loss, and excess hair growth.
January 2026 in “Hormones and Behavior” Pregnancy affects fear memory and brain activity in female rats.
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September 1996 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.
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January 1985 in “Theriogenology” Hormonal treatments affect cow fertility and early embryo development.
January 2020 in “the british journal of cardiology” The birth control pill with only progestogen can cause a false alarm in a hormone test.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” GLP-1 receptor agonists can help manage PCOS metabolism but need careful use before conception.
Certain medications can negatively impact male fertility.
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January 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Different PCOS types respond uniquely to infertility treatments, with some having lower pregnancy rates and higher risks of complications.
January 2015 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” Women with PCOS often have irregular periods, a higher chance of infertility and miscarriages, and may improve fertility with lifestyle changes and treatment.
26 citations
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July 2020 in “Fertility and Sterility” Male infertility and genitourinary birth defects are often linked to genetic issues.
6 citations
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January 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Most cosmetic treatments should be postponed until after childbirth for safety.
March 2024 in “Journal of Animal Reproduciton and Biotechnology” A rare fetal malformation caused difficult birth in a goat, requiring surgery.
October 2023 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Women with PCOS face many health risks, but exercise, a healthy diet, and weight management can help.
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January 2022 in “Pakistan BioMedical Journal” Many young women are unaware of PCOS symptoms, and poor diets worsen their menstrual cycles.
9 citations
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November 2014 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” A 15-year-old girl with rare reproductive disorders received hormone therapy to develop secondary sexual traits, but infertility persisted.
7 citations
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March 2023 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” After tumor removal, the woman regained normal hormone levels, menstruated, and had a healthy baby.
February 2010 in “Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica” The issue covers reproductive health topics like cancer markers, incontinence treatments, and the impact of pre-term birth.
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April 2009 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride helps induce ovulation in nonresponder PCOS women.