Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Insulin-Resistant Hyperinsulinemia

    September 2001 in “ Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ”
    Robert L. Rosenfield
    Studysummary This review discusses the relationship between insulin regulation and hyperandrogenemia in polycystic ovary syndrome, suggesting potential benefits of insulin-lowering treatments for ovarian function but reporting no definitive results for hair-related symptoms.
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