4 citations
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March 2018 in “Systems biology in reproductive medicine” This study found that men born with very low birth weight had higher median serum estradiol levels but similar reproductive patterns compared to men born at term.
November 2024 in “NeoReviews” This case report details an extremely low-birth-weight preterm neonate presenting with unique dermatologic symptoms, leading to a diagnosis of neonatal inflammatory skin and bowel disease due to a novel homozygous EGFR gene mutation, highlighting the importance of genetic testing in ambiguous cases.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this case report, a 21-year-old woman with PCOS and obesity underwent bariatric surgery, leading to significant weight loss and improved hormonal balance, which alleviated her hyperandrogenism symptoms like hirsutism and irregular periods.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this case study, the authors observed that weight loss coupled with a brief use of oral contraceptives was associated with normalized testosterone levels in a woman with severe hyperandrogenism and PCOS.
7 citations
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October 2015 in “American Journal of Primatology” The researchers observed that pregnancy in rhesus monkeys was associated with an increased incidence of hair loss, though the underlying reasons remain unclear.
1265 citations
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October 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This guideline from the Endocrine Society recommends using the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and outlines first-line treatments, emphasizing hormonal contraceptives and lifestyle intervention.
343 citations
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December 2008 in “Endocrine Reviews” This review discusses the various evidence-based and potential applications of metformin in treating and preventing symptoms and complications associated with polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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January 2010 in “Pediatric Health” This review discusses treatment strategies for PCOS, focusing on using insulin-sensitizing medications alongside weight reduction and exercise to improve hyperinsulinemia and hyperandrogenism, and reports no new results.
989 citations
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August 2007 in “The Lancet” This article reviews the clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and possible genetic and environmental influences of polycystic ovary syndrome but provides no new research findings.
373 citations
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September 2009 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” This review examines the best available evidence for diagnosing and managing PCOS but reports no new clinical results.
24 citations
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January 2004 in “The scientific world journal/TheScientificWorldjournal” This study found that HAIR-AN syndrome is prevalent among young women, and a multifaceted treatment approach effectively reduces symptom severity and prevents further consequences.
16 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” This article provides a comprehensive overview of polycystic ovary syndrome, its diagnosis, complications, and symptom-focused management options, but does not present new clinical findings.
10 citations
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June 2006 in “Fertility and Sterility” This article discusses the diverse symptoms and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing diligent management of its metabolic component, but reports no new findings.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This review reports that lifestyle modification, including diet and exercise, is essential for managing PCOS, while pharmacological and complementary treatments address specific symptoms like menstrual irregularities and insulin resistance.
October 2024 in “South Eastern European Journal of Public Health” This study on women aged 18–40 with polycystic ovary syndrome reported that a three-month treatment involving dietary changes, oral contraceptives, fertility drugs, and supplements significantly improved ovulation, menstrual regularity, BMI, and reduced hirsutism, acne, and certain immune factors compared to pre-treatment and control groups.
November 2023 in “L'Endocrinologo” This review examines the impact of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) on women's sexual health, highlighting inconsistencies in existing research; it reports no new results.
This paper addresses diagnostic criteria and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing lifestyle changes and combination oral contraceptives as primary management strategies, but it reports no new clinical results.
May 2020 in “International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology” This article reviews the medical history and symptoms related to hyperandrogenism in patients, but reports no new clinical findings.
April 2018 in “Pharmaceutical and biological evaluations” This review discusses polycystic ovarian syndrome, highlighting its symptoms, potential causes, and treatment options, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” This article reviews causes and treatments of hyperandrogenism, including hirsutism and acne, but presents no new clinical findings.
This review outlines diagnostic and treatment approaches for hirsutism, highlighting spironolactone or cyproterone acetate with oral contraceptives as the most effective therapy, and reports no new empirical results.
May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” This review examines the causes, assessment, and treatments of hirsutism and highlights the need for future research in managing this condition but presents no new research findings.
October 2005 in “CRC Press eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a condition where hair falls out due to various factors like illness, stress, or nutrient deficiency.
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses the complexities and co-morbidities associated with polycystic ovary syndrome, including its impact on metabolic and psychological health, and reports no new clinical results.
January 2026 in “Journal of Pregnancy” This study suggests a potential link between hair dye exposure during periconception or pregnancy and certain adverse obstetric and pediatric outcomes, but the evidence remains preliminary and uncertain.
August 2023 in “Revista Contemporânea” This review examines the relationship between fetal metabolic programming and the development of polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting maternal and environmental factors but reports no new experimental results.
This study found that single-born cashmere goats had higher birth weights, pre-weaning growth rates, and superior cashmere production attributes compared to twin-born goats, despite twin-born goats achieving compensatory growth post-weaning.
January 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” In this study, infants born to mothers with alopecia areata had a higher risk of adverse birth outcomes, including preterm birth, low birth weight, Caesarean section, and congenital malformations.
6 citations
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May 2021 in “JAMA network open” This study reported that higher weight-for-age z scores and rapid weight gain during infancy, especially from birth to 3 months, were linked to an increased likelihood of puberty onset in girls.
18 citations
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December 2014 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” This study suggests that weight loss can improve fertility outcomes in overweight and obese women with PCOS, and letrozole should be considered the new first-line treatment over clomiphene citrate for anovulatory infertility in this population.