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January 2020 In this study, researchers found that serum anti-Mullerian hormone levels in adolescents with polycystic ovary syndrome were not influenced by body mass index.
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January 2018 in “Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research” This study found a significant association between metabolic syndrome and androgenic alopecia, with higher rates of metabolic syndrome observed in individuals with androgenic alopecia than in controls.
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January 2017 in “Journal of rare disease research & treatment” Obesity is common in PCOS patients and early treatment is important for their heart and metabolic health.
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February 2016 in “Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia” This study demonstrated a significant association between high lipid accumulation product (LAP) and hirsutism in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
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January 2016 in “Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” This study found that female pattern hair loss is more common than previously thought among Indian women, with the most frequent pattern being diffuse hair loss over the vertex.
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January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study found that hypothyroidism in women with PCOS significantly increased insulin resistance and obesity, which might worsen metabolic issues and impact conditions like hair loss and infertility.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This study concluded that androgenetic alopecia may predict ischemic heart disease, and recommended that patients with AGA be screened for coronary artery disease.
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June 2023 in “Curēus” In this study, researchers found that 24.7% of female medical students were diagnosed with PCOS, significantly affecting their academic success and social interactions due to symptoms like BMI abnormalities and acne, suggesting that educators should enhance support and awareness to address these challenges.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” In this study, women with PCOS were found to have higher BMI, insulin resistance, and homocysteine levels, which are key predictors of the condition.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” GLP-1RA medications may increase the risk of hair loss, especially in non-diabetic people.
June 2026 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review reports that spironolactone and metformin show promise in managing adult female acne, but calls for more robust studies to better assess their efficacy and safety.
June 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study in North India found that patients with alopecia areata have significantly higher levels of coagulation markers, metabolic dysregulation, and systemic inflammation compared to healthy controls, and these factors are linked with disease severity, indicating potential systemic implications beyond localized hair loss.
May 2026 in “SJ Gynecology and Obstetrics Africa” In this study, younger women with PCOS showed a 27% prevalence of abnormal glucose tolerance, with higher rates among those who are obese, have central adiposity, acanthosis nigricans, or a family history of diabetes.
May 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study found that several demographic, familial, lifestyle, and metabolic factors were independently associated with androgenic alopecia, differing by severity across various subtype classifications.
May 2026 in “Electronic Journal of General Medicine” In this study, researchers found that women with PCOS and insulin resistance had higher irisin levels, while both PCOS groups had lower betatrophin levels compared to controls. These distinct biomarker alterations could aid in better metabolic profiling and risk assessment for PCOS.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” In this study, young female medical students at King Saud University reported a higher prevalence of physician-diagnosed PCOS compared to similar Western populations, and hirsutism was notably associated with the condition, highlighting the need for early screening and health education.
April 2026 in “JURNAL ILMU KEDOKTERAN DAN KESEHATAN” In this study conducted among students aged 15-17 at SMAN 7 Tangerang Selatan, researchers found no significant link between nutritional status and the occurrence of telogen effluvium, suggesting other factors like hormonal imbalances or psychological stress may be more influential.
April 2026 in “Al-Kufa University Journal for Biology” This pilot study observed that post-bariatric surgery, both zinc and iron deficiencies increased among Iraqi patients, underscoring the importance of lifelong nutritional monitoring and targeted supplementation to address these issues and prevent related complications.
This study found that women with PCOS had significant hormonal imbalances, increased central obesity, and a lower 2D:4D digit ratio, suggesting prenatal androgen exposure may play a role in the condition's development.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Science Strategic Management and Technology” This research introduces WomenCare, a web-based system using a machine learning model to predict PCOD risk by evaluating factors like age, BMI, and lifestyle habits; it aims to help women monitor their health but is not a substitute for a professional diagnosis.
January 2026 in “Forum Dermatologicum” This review analyzed scientific literature and found that dermatological symptoms, such as hirsutism and acne, frequently appear as early indicators of PCOS, reflecting hormonal imbalances and aiding diagnosis of the disorder.
December 2025 in “PLOS Global Public Health” This study assessed women in Bangladesh and found that those with PCOS had markedly higher rates of depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia compared to those without the condition, with rural women showing higher anxiety and insomnia.
December 2025 in “Medicina” This study found that six months after bariatric surgery, Latvian patients experienced significant improvements in quality of life, weight loss, and resolution of some obesity-related symptoms, although hair loss was a common postoperative effect.
December 2025 in “Biomedicines” In this study, researchers identified two person-centered sexual function profiles among women, linked to physical and psychological factors, with PCOS showing greater, though not significant, presence in the dysfunction profile. The dysfunction was associated with higher adiposity and body-image distress.
November 2025 in “Basic and Clinical Andrology” This systematic review and meta-analysis found that male first-degree relatives of women with PCOS have increased rates of metabolic issues, hormonal imbalances, and androgenic features compared to controls, suggesting a male equivalent of PCOS.
This study found that serum irisin levels were significantly lower in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to healthy controls, but no significant relationship was detected between serum irisin levels and insulin resistance markers like BMI, fasting insulin, or HOMA-IR.
October 2025 in “Nepal Journal of Dermatology Venereology & Leprology” This study concluded that polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common cause of hirsutism, with significant correlations between PCOS, insulin resistance, and BMI among affected women.
September 2025 in “Archives of Medicine and Health Sciences” In this study, a high prevalence of anemia and iron deficiency was reported among first-trimester pregnant women in Mysore, with sociodemographic factors like residence, education, and BMI significantly influencing anemia risk.
April 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” In this study, women with suspected PCOS who reduced their intake of sweets, fatty red meat, and alcohol for over 6 months showed significantly lower total testosterone levels compared to those who did not, highlighting the benefit of targeted dietary changes on hormonal profiles.
In this case-control study, researchers found that serum apelin-12 levels were significantly higher in acne patients and correlated with acne severity, BMI, insulin resistance, and inflammation, suggesting that managing insulin resistance could be important for acne treatment.