TLDR Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal disorder in women, linked to increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
The 2016 literature review on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) identified it as a common endocrine disorder affecting approximately 6.7% of women worldwide. It is diagnosed by the presence of at least two of the following criteria: irregular ovulation, clinical or biochemical signs of hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. The review highlighted that women with PCOS are at an increased risk for metabolic syndrome, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. The etiology of PCOS is believed to be multifactorial, involving genetic predisposition and environmental factors, with insulin resistance playing a central role in its pathogenesis. This insulin resistance contributes to the increased risk of metabolic and cardiovascular complications. The document emphasized the importance of early screening for hypertension in women with PCOS and noted that treatment is symptomatic, focusing on the management of individual symptoms due to the lack of understanding of the underlying cause. The review called for more research to elucidate the pathophysiology of PCOS and its relationship with cardiovascular risks.
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January 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine” Taiwanese women with PCOS experience different symptoms based on age, with younger women facing more hormone imbalances and older women dealing with more metabolic issues.
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October 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.
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June 2012 in “Endocrine” PCOS may start before birth, involves metabolic issues, and can be treated with drugs like metformin and lifestyle changes.
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February 2012 Obese women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease.
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November 2011 in “Human reproduction update” Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.
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May 2011 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.
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April 2010 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Women with PCOS should be screened for heart disease risk and manage their health to prevent it.
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March 2007 in “Hypertension” High androgen levels in young women with PCOS are linked to higher blood pressure.
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December 2016 in “Revista Da Associacao Medica Brasileira” Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal disorder in women, linked to increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
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May 2016 in “The Nurse Practitioner” Treating PCOS is complex, involving medication like metformin and lifestyle changes, and requires attention to mental health due to high depression and anxiety rates.
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March 2007 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” Women with PCOS should have an oral glucose tolerance test for effective diabetes screening.
