49 citations,
February 2009 in “Maturitas” Short-term testosterone therapy in women seems safe with few mild side effects, but long-term effects need more research.
September 2023 in “Reproductive health of woman” PCOS is common, affects fertility, and requires personalized treatment to manage symptoms and health risks.
286 citations,
January 2009 in “Human Reproduction Update” Women with the NIH type of PCOS have more obesity and higher risk of diabetes and heart disease than those with other types of PCOS.
121 citations,
April 2008 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” Many women in southern China have polycystic ovary syndrome, with some symptoms differing from Western women.
May 2010 in “Current Women's Health Reviews” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important for managing symptoms and preventing long-term health problems.
270 citations,
April 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Women with PCOS often have more belly fat and higher insulin levels, but belly fat isn't the only cause of their insulin resistance.
71 citations,
June 2006 in “Human Reproduction” Women with PCOS who have low SHBG are more likely to have low good cholesterol and metabolic syndrome.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry” Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
414 citations,
August 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Polycystic ovary syndrome costs the U.S. over $4 billion a year, mainly from treating related health issues.
1 citations,
January 2006 Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.
40 citations,
February 2005 in “Fertility and Sterility” Some women with PCOS have CYP21 mutations and IRS1 variants, but these genetic factors are not major contributors to PCOS.
January 2024 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism” A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.
April 2021 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” Eating raw cheonggukjang improves scalp hair in middle-aged women.
September 2024 in “Medicina” Certain gene variations may protect against skin issues and oxidative stress in women with PCOS.
57 citations,
January 2004 in “Journal of Endocrinology” Baldness caused by male hormones in female-to-male transsexuals doesn't increase the risk of heart disease.
41 citations,
November 2003 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” Male hormones, or androgens, affect women's health in areas like mood and bone density, and hormone replacement therapy using antiandrogenic progestogens can improve mood disorders and alertness in menopausal women.
2 citations,
July 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Some women with PCOS have rare genetic variants linked to the condition.
63 citations,
May 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Increased FGFR2b signaling, influenced by androgens, plays a role in causing acne.
May 2023 in “Animal Reproduction Update” High levels of cortisol in hair show long-term stress which can lower fertility in animals.
233 citations,
November 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that managing skin conditions during pregnancy is important and requires specialized care.
39 citations,
September 2000 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.
32 citations,
August 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Early onset hair loss linked to genetics and androgen levels.
January 2015 in “American journal of medical and biological research”
15 citations,
October 2016 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” People with hair loss have worse cholesterol levels, possibly linking hair loss to heart problems.
254 citations,
September 2014 in “Menopause” The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
1 citations,
January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa are complex eating disorders with increasing incidence among young females, significant morbidity, and varying mortality rates, requiring more research for better treatment.
42 citations,
November 2019 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” The document suggests creating a validated score to diagnose Cushing's Syndrome and considers plasma steroid profiling as a simpler diagnostic method.
8 citations,
June 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Women with persistent acne and high levels of antimullerian hormone are more likely to have polycystic ovarian syndrome.
16 citations,
June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.