 31 citations
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  January 2018   in “Pediatric annals”
           31 citations
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  January 2018   in “Pediatric annals”    Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.  
      10 citations
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  February 2007   in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity”
           10 citations
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  February 2007   in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity”    Low birthweight and rapid weight gain after birth may increase the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome.  
      55 citations
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  August 2008   in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders”
           55 citations
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  August 2008   in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders”    Nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic condition that can cause early puberty and fertility problems, treated with specific steroids.  
      4 citations
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  January 1989   in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”
           4 citations
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  January 1989   in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”    Women with hyperandrogenism have higher androgen levels and lower SHBG, which may contribute to conditions like excessive hair growth and early puberty.  
      February 2005   in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
           February 2005   in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”    Metabolic syndrome can cause serious health issues and should be considered when treating women with severe acne.