research Cutaneous Metastasis from Colonic Adenocarcinoma: Mimicker of Infectious Etiology
Hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are reliable skin signs of PCOS linked to metabolic issues, while acne is not a reliable marker of the condition.
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research Cutaneous Findings and Systemic Associations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have more hair growth, skin darkening, and acne, which are linked to hormonal and metabolic issues.
research Cutaneous Xanthomas in Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia: A 12-Year Follow-Up
Women with PCOS often have hirsutism and skin changes, which indicate a need for metabolic health checks.
research A Comparative Clinical and Laboratory Study of Adolescent and Adult Acne in Iraqi Women
Adult women with acne in Iraq often have more severe symptoms and hormone-related issues than younger girls with acne.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.
research The Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Criteria for the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Complete Task Force Report
The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.
research Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Black and White Women of the Southeastern United States: A Prospective Study
PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
research Raising Threshold for Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Excludes Population of Patients with Metabolic Risk
Changing the diagnosis criteria for PCOS might miss women at risk for related health issues.
research Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Caucasian Women from Spain
About 6.5% of young Caucasian women in Spain have polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Diagnosis and Challenges of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence
Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is hard because its symptoms often look like normal puberty, and there's a need for better diagnosis methods and agreement on criteria.
research Position Statement of the Polish Society of Endocrinology, Polish Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians, and Polish Society of Gynaecological Endocrinology on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polish medical societies recommend personalized treatment for PCOS based on the patient's specific symptoms and use the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosis.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
research Recommendations From The 2023 International Evidence-Based Guideline For The Assessment And Management Of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The 2023 guideline for PCOS suggests using updated diagnostic criteria, assessing related health risks, and recommends lifestyle changes and specific treatments for symptoms and fertility issues.
research The Influence of Non-Esterified Fatty Acids on Ovarian Androgen Production in IVF – Preliminary Results
High levels of fatty acids are linked to increased androgen production and inflammation in women with PCOS, which may affect IVF outcomes.
research In Vivo and In Vitro Exposure to Free Fatty Acids Induce Increased Androgen Production in Animal Models: A Potential Pathogenic Factor of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Free fatty acids may increase androgen production, potentially contributing to polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Activation of Nuclear Factor κB in Response to Cream Ingestion Is Related to Ovarian Androgen Hypersecretion in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Eating cream can increase ovarian androgen production in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, which is not related to obesity.
research Relative Prevalence of Different Androgen Excess Disorders in 950 Women Referred Because of Clinical Hyperandrogenism
Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.
research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women
The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
research The Investigation and Management of Severe Hyperandrogenism Pre- and Postmenopause: Non-Tumor Disease Is Strongly Associated with Metabolic Syndrome and Typically Responds to Insulin-Sensitization with Metformin
High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
research A Benign Cause of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
A postmenopausal woman's excessive hair growth and hair loss were due to a non-cancerous ovarian condition, treated successfully with surgery.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Correlation Between Hyperandrogenism, Insulin Resistance, and Obesity
High levels of male hormones, insulin resistance, and obesity are closely linked and worsen polycystic ovary syndrome, but more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Role of CYP Gene Variants: A Review
Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Role of Androgens in Female-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia, Either Alone or Associated with Other Symptoms of Hyperandrogenism
Androgens significantly affect female hair loss, and hormonal treatments may help.
research No Metabolic Impact of Surgical Normalization of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women with Ovarian Androgen-Secreting Tumors
Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
research Association Between Severity of Depression and Clinico-Biochemical Markers of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Depression severity is not linked to PCOS markers like BMI, insulin resistance, or testosterone levels.
research Effect of Phlebotomy Versus Oral Contraceptives Containing Cyproterone Acetate on Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Blood removal and birth control pills both helped with hormone levels in women with PCOS, but birth control was better for regular periods and blood removal had fewer side effects.
research Virilizing Malignant Steroid Cell Tumor: Leydig Cell Subtype in a 24-Year-Old Palestinian Female
A 24-year-old woman had a rare ovarian tumor that caused male-pattern hair growth and was hard to diagnose and treat.
research Virilizing Malignant Steroid Cell Tumor: Leydig Cell Subtype in a 24-Year-Old Palestinian Female with Histopathological and Biochemical Challenges: A Case Report
A young woman had a rare, aggressive ovarian tumor that was hard to diagnose and treat, leading to disease progression despite treatment.