research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Singapore
PCOS care in Singapore can be bettered by refining referral systems, standardizing diagnosis and treatment, enhancing complication screening, and offering educational resources for clinicians.
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research Characterizing Dermatological Conditions in the Transgender Population: A Cross-Sectional Study
Hormone therapy in transgender individuals can increase acne and affect hair growth and loss.
research Androgens and Androgen Receptor in the Management of Skin Diseases
Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.
research Prevalence and Predictors of Impaired Glucose Tolerance and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Many women with polycystic ovary syndrome have normal blood sugar, but some may have higher blood sugar levels or diabetes, especially if they are older, overweight, and have certain hormone levels.
research Case Report: Successful Use of Minoxidil to Promote Facial Hair Growth in an Adolescent Transgender Male
Minoxidil can help transgender males grow facial hair before starting testosterone therapy.
research An Indian Evidence-Based Study of Prevalence, Phenotypic Features, and Lifestyle Modifications of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients
The study found that PCOS affects about 6.5-6.8% of women in both urban and rural areas of Telangana, India, and highlighted the importance of lifestyle changes for management.
research Androgens And Hirsutism In A Large Cohort Of Portuguese Women
PCOS is the most common cause of hirsutism, and personalized treatment is important.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Eating Disorders: A Literature Review
PCOS and eating disorders are linked by hormonal imbalances, needing personalized treatment.
research The Impact of Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms (FokI, ApaI, TaqI) in Correlation with Oxidative Stress and Hormonal and Dermatologic Manifestations in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain gene variations may protect against skin issues and oxidative stress in women with PCOS.
research Obtaining a Pregnancy in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Using Myo-Inositol
Myo-inositol-based treatments greatly improve pregnancy chances for women with PCOS.
research Relationship Between Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels and Hormonal Status in Infertile Women: A Retrospective Study
Low vitamin D levels may affect ovulation and progesterone in infertile women.
research Impaired Prolactin-Lowering Effects of Metformin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin lowers prolactin in women without PCOS but not in those with PCOS, where it reduces other hormones instead.
research Differences in Demographic and Clinical Characteristics Among Subtypes of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Different types of female pattern hair loss have unique characteristics and are associated with various health conditions.
research Study of Women's Knowledge of the Role of Androgens and Their Excess
Most women lack knowledge about androgens and their excess symptoms.
research Effect of Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy on Hair Growth: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Gender-affirming hormone therapy changes hair growth in transgender people, with feminizing therapy reducing hair and masculinizing therapy increasing it, but sometimes additional treatment is needed.
research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
research Relation Between Non-Alcoholic Fatty Pancreas and Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Multi-Centric Study
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome are more likely to have Non-Alcoholic Fatty Pancreas Disease, which is associated with older age, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and high male hormone levels.
research Clinical Usefulness of Non-Invasive Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease Risk Assessment Methods in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Relation to MRI Examination with the Ideal IQ Sequence
Lipid Accumulation Product and Free Androgens Index are effective for assessing fatty liver disease risk in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
research Ameliorative Impact of High Inositol Diet on Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Hormones Among Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Eating a high inositol diet significantly improves insulin resistance and hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research 11-Oxyandrogen Concentrations in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Adolescents with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are linked to hair growth but don't help diagnose PCOS better than testosterone levels.
research Prevalence of Cutaneous Disorders in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.
research Criticizing Modified Ferriman-Gallwey Scoring System in the Evaluation of Hirsutism in 1034 Turkish Women
The study suggests using a score of 11 on the mFG scale to diagnose hirsutism in Turkish women, with adjustments for age, skin type, and family history.
research Short- and Long-Term Clinical Skin Effects of Testosterone Treatment in Trans Men
Testosterone treatment in trans men increases body and facial hair and may lead to hair loss over time, but severe skin issues are rare.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism, often caused by PCOS, is treated with medication and weight loss is important for obese women with PCOS.
research Spironolactone in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Spironolactone can reduce hair growth and testosterone in hirsutism, but is less effective than combined treatments.
research Effectiveness of Short-Term Canrenone Treatment in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
research Clinician vs Self-Ratings of Hirsutism in Patients With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Patients with PCOS rate their hirsutism higher than clinicians, and these self-ratings are more closely related to their quality of life and risk of depression.
research Assessment of Quality of Life in Turkish Women with Hirsutism: A Cross-Sectional Study
Hirsutism greatly lowers the quality of life for Turkish women.
research Epidemiology of Hirsutism Among Women of Reproductive Age in the Community: A Simplified Scoring System
A simplified scoring system can effectively diagnose hirsutism in Chinese women of reproductive age.
research Insulin Resistance, Nitric Oxide, and Fibrinogen Levels in White Hirsute Women: Defining a New Paradigm Based on Translational Research
White hirsute women with PCOS have higher insulin resistance, but similar nitric oxide and fibrinogen levels compared to those with idiopathic hirsutism.