October 2018 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study found that in women with PCOS in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, glucose homeostatic disorders were common, particularly among those with higher testosterone levels, suggesting the need for glucose disorder screening in this population.
4 citations
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December 2021 in “Pharmacological Reports” This study found that metformin's metabolic benefits, such as reducing fat content and improving insulin sensitivity, were less pronounced in men with early-onset androgenic alopecia compared to those with normal hair growth, possibly due to differences in systemic inflammation and vitamin D status.
5 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis” This study found that improved testosterone measurement using LC-MS/MS in women with PCOS revealed a stronger correlation between hyperandrogenism and insulin resistance than previously detected.
March 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Early hair loss may indicate a higher risk of diabetes in young and middle-aged adults.
60 citations
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April 2003 in “Human Reproduction” This study found that Czech women with polycystic ovary syndrome in their thirties had a significantly worse cardiovascular risk profile compared to a control group, independent of obesity.
7 citations
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May 2007 in “PubMed” This study found that women with androgenetic alopecia were more insulin resistant than healthy controls, suggesting the use of beta cell function and insulin sensitivity indices to measure insulin resistance in this population.
29 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that semaglutide significantly reduced body weight in almost 80% of obese PCOS patients unresponsive to lifestyle changes, often normalizing menstrual cycles with few side effects.
March 2021 in “Bangladesh Journal of Child Health” This study found that among overweight and obese children in Dhaka, altered glucose metabolism was present, with no cases of type 2 diabetes observed but some showing insulin resistance, impaired fasting glucose, and impaired glucose tolerance.
November 2004 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” This article reviews the diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome, its impact on obstetrics and gynecology practices, and the distinctions between impaired glucose tolerance and impaired fasting glucose, but presents no new clinical findings.
December 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This case report presented a 64-year-old Thai woman diagnosed with late-onset eruptive clear cell syringoma, and the authors highlighted a potential link between this condition and glucose metabolism abnormalities, suggesting the need for metabolic screening in similar elderly patients.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case presentation highlights a 26-year-old woman with PCOS, metabolic syndrome, and prediabetes, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and multidisciplinary management to prevent long-term metabolic complications.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case study details a 26-year-old woman diagnosed with PCOS and metabolic syndrome, highlighting the importance of early recognition and multidisciplinary management to improve reproductive and metabolic health outcomes.
189 citations
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March 2018 in “Human Reproduction Update” This study reported that women with polycystic ovary syndrome had a higher prevalence of impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, with variations influenced by ethnicity and obesity.
22 citations
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September 2015 in “Fertility and Sterility” In this study, abnormal glucose tolerance was found to be prevalent among young Indian women with PCOS, and the use of an oral glucose tolerance test significantly improved its detection.
1 citations
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October 2021 in “Prilozi - Makedonska akademija na naukite i umetnostite. Oddelenie za medicinski nauki” This study found that among women with PCOS, 23% exhibited impaired glucose tolerance and 9% had type 2 diabetes, with age, BMI, and SHBG being key predictors of these glucose abnormalities.
3 citations
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March 2007 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” This abstract provides background information on polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new research findings.
43 citations
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January 1970 in “Acta Medica Scandinavica” This study found that obese patients experienced similar weight loss on a very low-calorie diet and total fast, but the diet was associated with fewer complications.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This study indicated that prediabetes may make ovaries more susceptible to PCOS-like changes, with mild hyperglycemia potentially having harmful effects on ovarian health.
28 citations
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March 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This article discusses the potential relationship between androgenic alopecia and insulin resistance but presents no new clinical findings, calling for further research on the topic.
815 citations
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April 2010 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” This review examines the relationship between polycystic ovary syndrome and cardiovascular disease risk, but reports no new clinical findings; the panel calls for guidelines to prevent CVD in this population.
28 citations
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November 2014 in “Current Diabetes Reports” This review discusses the complex links between polycystic ovary syndrome, insulin resistance, and potential metabolic risks starting in adolescence, noting the need for early screening and treatment but reports no new clinical results.
24 citations
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August 2005 in “Health and Quality of Life Outcomes” This study observed that women aged 63 with androgenetic alopecia had higher insulin resistance and more role limitations due to physical health compared to those with normal hair.
February 2022 in “Mediators of Inflammation” This study found that reduced plasma DIAPH1 levels were associated with polycystic ovary syndrome, suggesting DIAPH1 as a potential predictive factor for the condition.
This review discusses polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting its associations with hyperandrogenism, chronic anovulation, polycystic ovaries, and increased risks of infertility and metabolic disorders, and reports no new clinical results.
December 2022 in “The Indian journal of chest diseases & allied sciences” This study found that sleep disorders, especially poor sleep quality, are common in women with PCOS, suggesting the need for regular screening using specific questionnaires.
121 citations
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April 2008 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” In this study, the prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in southern China was found to be 2.2%, with affected women showing distinct metabolic and hormonal characteristics compared to others.
116 citations
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December 2013 in “European journal of endocrinology” This study found that combining liraglutide with metformin led to greater weight loss and waist circumference reduction than either treatment alone in obese women with PCOS resistant to metformin monotherapy.
29 citations
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November 2011 in “Human Fertility” This study reports significant variability in PCOS symptoms across women attending infertility, gynecology, endocrine, and dermatology clinics, highlighting the importance of recognizing diverse presentations and associated health risks like impaired glucose tolerance and diabetes.
28 citations
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July 2015 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study found a higher prevalence of metabolic syndrome in patients with lichen planus, especially those with mucosal involvement, which is associated with increased cardiovascular and diabetes risk.
8 citations
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November 2012 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” This study found that Greek women with classic PCOS phenotypes have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and impaired glucose homeostasis compared to those with newer PCOS phenotypes.