130 citations,
November 2017 in “Frontiers in Immunology” The conclusion is that Treg-targeted therapies have potential, but more knowledge of Treg biology is needed for effective treatments, including for cancer.
June 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” Men and women respond differently to drugs for COVID-19, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which suggests a need for personalized treatments.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Journal of Biosciences and Medicines” Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.
24 citations,
December 1988 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne severity in women may not be linked to increased male hormone indicators like excess body hair, menstrual irregularities, or hair loss.
34 citations,
January 2011 in “Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology” New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.
July 2023 in “Journal of Controversies in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics” Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal disorder in women that affects health and fertility.
A 9-year-old girl developed type 1 diabetes and alopecia after being treated for a rare kidney disease.
2 citations,
May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” Ovulation disorders are a major cause of infertility and menstrual problems in women.
27 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.
August 2015 in “Evidence Based Women Health Journal (Online)” Inositol was more effective than Metformin in treating symptoms of PCOS in women.
May 2015 in “Evidence Based Women Health Journal (Online)” Inositol was more effective than metformin in improving menstrual cycles and pregnancy rates in PCOS patients.
4 citations,
September 2018 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women linked to several health risks and can be managed through various treatments.
3 citations,
December 2011 in “Journal of Gynecologic Surgery” Three to five ovarian punctures are best for improving fertility in women with PCOS without harming the ovaries.
373 citations,
September 2009 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
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.
People with androgenic alopecia are more likely to have metabolic syndrome than healthy individuals.
January 2021 in “Journal of Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College” Cyproterone acetate and ethinylestradiol significantly lowered AMH levels in PCOS patients resistant to clomiphene.
November 2020 in “Case reports in endocrinology” Removing one ovary helped treat a woman's severe PCOS symptoms when medicine didn't work.
31 citations,
September 2006 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.
Surgery can be a safe and effective option for infertile women with PCOS who don't respond to medication and want to get pregnant.
7 citations,
April 2008 in “Annals of pharmacotherapy/The annals of pharmacotherapy” Acarbose may improve PCOS symptoms and fertility, but more research is needed.
There are many ways to treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, including lifestyle changes, surgery, and various medications, but more research is needed for better treatments.
December 2023 in “Research in pharmacy” Phytotherapeutic compounds and supplements can help manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
1 citations,
October 2013 in “Journal of Postgraduate Medical Institute” Metformin helps improve menstrual irregularities and some hormone levels in PCOS patients, but not symptoms like excess hair, acne, or hair loss.
July 2017 in “Cardiologia Croatica” Metabolic syndrome's individual issues are real and need treatment to reduce diabetes and heart disease risks.
October 2016 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.
121 citations,
April 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Academic Studies” Vitamin E helps reduce PCOS symptoms and improves hormonal balance.
July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Choosing the right starting dose of Clomiphene Citrate for ovulation induction in PCOS women is challenging; higher BMI and hormone levels may indicate resistance to the standard dose.
18 citations,
December 2014 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” Losing 5-10% body weight can improve PCOS symptoms, letrozole is better than clomiphene for fertility, and managing weight and blood sugar is important to reduce pregnancy complications.