April 2014 in “The FASEB Journal” This study examined 12 women with androgenetic alopecia and found that many had other symptoms linked to hyperandrogenism, suggesting the importance of further hormone level investigations.
January 2020 in “International journal of current research and review” This study found that high exposure to plastics was associated with increased chances of irregular menstrual cycles and symptoms similar to polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescent girls.
December 2022 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” This article discusses the factors contributing to menstrual-ovarian cycle disorders among adolescent girls in Bukhara and emphasizes the need for early preventive measures to enhance reproductive health.
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February 2014 in “Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal” This qualitative study revealed that women with PCOS often see themselves as less feminine, affected by symptoms like excess hair and irregular menstruation, which challenged their gender roles.
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March 2001 in “Environmental Health Perspectives” Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.