June 2022 in “Foodsci: Indian journal of research in foods and nutrition” Eating better, exercising, staying clean during periods, and learning about health can help reduce menstrual problems and improve life quality.
2 citations,
May 1999 in “PubMed” Hyperandrogenism in women can cause acne, hair growth, hair loss, irregular periods, and increase the risk of infertility and diabetes.
8 citations,
September 2005 in “Practical diabetes” PCOS is a condition causing irregular periods, excess male hormones, and infertility, often managed by targeting insulin resistance and specific symptoms.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) can mimic PCOS and requires genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment.
October 2010 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” Women with pituitary adenomas often have reproductive issues, like irregular periods and trouble getting pregnant, but not always breast milk production without pregnancy.
December 2022 in “OBG Management” The conclusion is to diagnose PCOS with just hyperandrogenism and irregular periods, and treat with lifestyle changes and basic medications.
7 citations,
January 2013 in “Pediatrics in review” The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.
December 2022 in “International Journal of Current Science Research and Review” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed disorder in women that can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other symptoms, and can be managed with lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes surgery.
1 citations,
June 1987 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Most patients tolerated spironolactone for acne and hirsutism despite common side effects like menstrual changes and breast tenderness.
75 citations,
June 1999 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
January 2022 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS can prevent complications and improve symptoms.
February 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” High levels of Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) in the blood can strongly predict Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and related issues in women of reproductive age.
2 citations,
March 2016 in “InnovAiT” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, often involving menstrual issues and increased diabetes risk, managed through lifestyle changes and targeted treatments.
343 citations,
December 2008 in “Endocrine Reviews” Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
20 citations,
January 2016 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” PCOS affects fertility and is linked to obesity and menstrual irregularities; lifestyle changes are recommended for treatment.
4025 citations,
January 2004 in “Human Reproduction” The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.
100 citations,
May 2011 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.
62 citations,
June 2011 in “European journal of endocrinology” Some parents have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia without symptoms, and they usually don't need treatment.
49 citations,
January 2010 in “International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology” The document concludes that Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia requires personalized treatment plans to manage symptoms and fertility, with glucocorticoids being a common therapy.
35 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” Women with PCOS tend to have higher anxiety and depression levels compared to healthy women.
31 citations,
October 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is not very common among Iranian women, but it's important to prevent it because of the risk of heart disease and infertility.
9 citations,
November 2016 in “Journal of medical science and clinical research” Only 22% of teenage girls in the study knew about PCOS, despite many having symptoms.
9 citations,
November 2013 in “Presse Medicale” The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.
7 citations,
July 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Turkish women with hirsutism experience lower quality of life, especially those with PCOS, regardless of hair growth severity.
6 citations,
October 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Relatives of women with PCOS symptoms are more likely to have similar health issues.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.
High insulin levels are more common and a better predictor of carbohydrate issues in women with PCOS than glucose tolerance tests.
January 1990 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Clinical features of hyperandrogenism do not predict the success of conventional acne treatment in women.
Different medications improved various PCOS symptoms and quality of life in Pakistani women, but did not significantly help with excessive hair growth.
38 citations,
May 2006 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Women with only irregular periods or excess hair have a better hormone profile than those with full PCOS, but both groups are similar, indicating a need for better PCOS diagnosis methods.