30 citations,
April 2014 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” 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.
28 citations,
August 2009 in “Nursing for Women's Health” Cognitive behavioral strategies help women with PCOS make lifestyle changes to improve their health.
27 citations,
April 2013 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.
25 citations,
June 2012 in “Endocrine” PCOS may start before birth, involves metabolic issues, and can be treated with drugs like metformin and lifestyle changes.
24 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of Molecular Endocrinology” The spiny mouse is a unique menstruating rodent that can help us understand menstruation and reproductive disorders.
18 citations,
July 2010 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” The document concludes that PCOS has a strong genetic component, but more research is needed to fully understand the specific genes involved.
12 citations,
July 2020 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Iron oxide nanoparticles improve skin penetration and drug release for hair loss treatment.
12 citations,
January 2010 in “Pediatric Health” Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.
8 citations,
November 2012 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Greek women with classic PCOS are more likely to have metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance than those with newer PCOS types.
4 citations,
June 2003 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride doesn't affect ovulation in normal women.
3 citations,
August 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” People with PCOS have higher levels of PAI-1, which may increase their risk of heart disease and fertility issues.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Journal of experimental and clinical medicine” PCOS is linked to diabetes and insulin resistance, and managing AGEs may help treat related symptoms.
1 citations,
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
Early detection and comprehensive treatment of PCOS are crucial due to its long-term health impacts and associated risks.
February 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” Different treatments for PCOS should be tailored to the individual, including lifestyle changes and various medications.
November 2023 in “Curēus” Melatonin may help manage PCOS by improving insulin sensitivity, hormone balance, and mood.
December 2021 in “Journal of oncology research reviews & reports” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can lead to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and mental health problems.
January 2019 in “Springer Reference Medizin” Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.
Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia are likely the same disease with different clinical appearances.
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.
514 citations,
February 2011 in “International journal of women's health” Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.
February 2024 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Proper nutrition can help manage PCOS symptoms and improve overall health.
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes due to insulin resistance.
89 citations,
August 2013 in “PloS one” Androgen receptors are active in many tissues of both male and female mice, not just reproductive organs.
36 citations,
October 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Insulin resistance and high male hormone levels are major causes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
12 citations,
February 2022 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” Oxidative stress is higher in women with PCOS, especially if they're obese, and it may increase their risk of heart disease.
8 citations,
May 2005 in “Fertility and Sterility” A specific gene variation is linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in Caucasian women.
6 citations,
September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Oxidative stress worsens PCOS by damaging cells and disrupting metabolism, suggesting antioxidant treatments might help.
2 citations,
April 2022 in “Genes” The study found that the hair loss condition in Cesky Fousek dogs is influenced by multiple genes affecting skin and muscle structure, fat metabolism, and immunity.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “Metabolites” Changes in gut bacteria can contribute to the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), affecting metabolism, immunity, and causing inflammation. Treatments may involve adjusting these factors.