20 citations
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December 2000 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that the N363S variant of the glucocorticoid receptor was rare among women with PCOS and did not significantly contribute to genetic risk for PCOS or adrenal androgen excess.
16 citations
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January 2023 in “Cureus” This article discusses the characteristics and potential consequences of polycystic ovarian syndrome, including its effects on fertility and risk for other health conditions, but it reports no new findings.
16 citations
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May 1998 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that elevated serum cortisol levels and other immunological changes are significantly involved in the active phases of psoriasis eruptions.
14 citations
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September 2017 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This study highlights that lower testosterone in men and higher testosterone in women are linked to increased risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes, with associated skin diseases indicating potential cardiovascular complications.
12 citations
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January 2020 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Testosterone may both worsen and protect against COVID-19 effects in men.
11 citations
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April 2018 in “Nutrition Research” This review found that chromium supplementation has limited effects on weight reduction, glucose control, lipid profile, and hormonal balance in women with PCOS, highlighting the need for further research.
9 citations
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June 2014 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” Blood AMH levels are higher in women with PCOS than in those with other similar conditions.
9 citations
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January 2007 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This case report presents the first known instance of combined polycystic ovary syndrome and autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2 in a patient, exploring potential mechanisms for their interrelation.
7 citations
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January 2016 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes” This study observed that adding simvastatin to ongoing metformin treatment reduced certain androgen levels in women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and abnormal glucose metabolism, suggesting a potential therapeutic benefit.
6 citations
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January 2013 This chapter reviews hyperadrenocorticism in ferrets, covering its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, but reports no new research findings.
5 citations
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June 2010 in “Endocrinología y Nutrición” This article discusses PCOS in adolescents and highlights the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to prevent long-term health complications, noting increasing adolescent obesity may worsen symptoms.
4 citations
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September 2018 in “International journal of research - granthaalayah” This study reported that 12% of female Qassim University students had been diagnosed with PCOS, with misconceptions about the condition and treatments observed despite high awareness.
3 citations
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May 2024 in “Amino Acids” This review identifies cysteine's central role in hair growth and its potential impact on Alopecia Areata's pathogenesis, suggesting examination of cysteine metabolism might clarify the disease's underlying mechanisms and lead to new treatments.
3 citations
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March 2018 in “Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing” This study found that a continuing education program significantly improved rural nurse practitioners' knowledge about assessing, diagnosing, and managing PCOS.
3 citations
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October 2010 in “Journal of Experimental & Clinical Medicine” This study found that women with PCOS in Taiwan have a higher luteinizing hormone to follicle-stimulating hormone ratio and lower insulin resistance compared to Western women with PCOS, potentially due to lower average body mass index.
3 citations
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January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” This review discusses the role of androgens in male sexual differentiation and characteristics and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes the androgen dependence of male pattern scalp hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “Pharmaceutical Research” This article reviews the possible therapeutic activities of Angelica gigas Nakai root extracts and their components, noting their potential effects on neuro-cognitive, metabolic, and other health conditions, and reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Infertility & Fetal Medicine” This study found that women with PCOS who are obese had an altered lipid profile and increased waist-hip ratio compared to lean counterparts, without differences in endocrine parameters.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science” This study found that in PCOS women, polycystic ovarian morphology is linked to more severe hormonal imbalances and insulin resistance, especially in those who are overweight or obese.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “World Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical and Medical Research” This review discusses the causes, symptoms, and management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) without presenting new clinical results.
1 citations
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October 2022 This study assessed the potential for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion power in Fiji, finding higher power output and efficiency during summer due to greater temperature differences between surface and deep sea waters.
1 citations
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August 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This source describes clascoterone, a new topical treatment for acne vulgaris that blocks androgen receptors to reduce sebaceous gland activity and inflammation, offering a lower risk of systemic side effects compared to oral treatments.
June 2026 in “Quality in Sport” This narrative review found that combined oral contraceptives remain the primary treatment for hirsutism and acne in women with PCOS, but highlighted the need for further research to refine therapeutic options given the variable efficacy and emerging treatments like GLP-1 receptor agonists.
March 2026 in “Journal of Clinical and Basic Psychosomatics” This review, sourced from expert panel discussions and literature analysis, suggests Tianmeng oral liquid may improve sleep, reduce anxiety and depression, and enhance well-being in psychosomatic disorder patients, though further research is necessary.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This study describes vitiligo as an autoimmune disease marked by depigmented skin and mucosal patches, and reviews its complex pathogenesis and diagnostic features. Treatment aims for disease control and repigmentation through various topical and systemic therapies, phototherapy, and surgical options, emphasizing personalized, multimodal approaches.
December 2025 in “Canadian Urological Association Journal” This study highlights the gap between media claims and limited scientific evidence on the impact of alternative therapies for men's health, emphasizing the need for larger-scale trials for informed patient counseling.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology” This study assesses the impact of teaching programs on the knowledge of waste management among women, but results are not reported in the abstract.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review examines the potential of apigenin and ellagic acid as adjunct or alternative treatments for PCOS, but reports no new clinical results and highlights the need for further trials to confirm their efficacy and optimize dosing and delivery.
November 2025 in “Fertility Gynecology and Andrology” This study highlights that polycystic ovary syndrome develops through genetic and environmental factors, with insulin resistance as a key mechanism, impacting the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular conditions.