research Management of Endocrine Disease: Hyperandrogenic States in Women - Pitfalls in Laboratory Diagnosis
Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.
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research The Effects of Ficus Carica on Male and Female Reproductive Capabilities in Rats
Ficus carica extract improved fertility in rats and may help with certain health conditions.
research Alopecia Universalis and Kallman's Syndrome
A woman with Kallman's syndrome also developed alopecia universalis, a condition not previously linked to Kallman's.
research Microglia: Sculptors of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Like Brain?
Microglia, the brain's immune cells, may contribute to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) by altering the female brain's structure and function, with kisspeptin neurons and GABA neurotransmitters also playing a role.
research The Laboratory in the Multidisciplinary Diagnosis of Differences or Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)
Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.
research Use of Spironolactone in Combination with an Oral Contraceptive in Treatment of Hirsutism
Spironolactone with an oral contraceptive improved hair growth in women with hirsutism.
research Clinical and Endocrine Characteristics of the Main Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotypes
Different types of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have varying severity, with Type I being the most severe and common.
research Ovarian Morphology Is a Marker of Heritable Biochemical Traits in Sisters with Polycystic Ovaries
Polycystic ovarian shape is a genetic sign of PCOS and its hormonal and metabolic features can be inherited.
research A Mutation of the Androgen Receptor Associated with Partial Androgen Resistance, Familial Gynecomastia, and Fertility
A subtle androgen receptor abnormality can allow normal male development and sometimes fertility despite partial androgen resistance.
research Characteristics of Flutamide Action on Prostatic and Testicular Functions in the Rat
Flutamide combined with an LHRH agonist effectively inhibits prostate growth, suggesting it could treat prostate cancer.
research Age-Dependent Endocrine Disorders Involved in the Pathogenesis of Refractory Acne in Women
Hormonal imbalances, often indicating conditions like PCOS, are common in women with hard-to-treat acne, and a treatment approach addressing these imbalances may be needed.
research Association Between Ovarian Volume and Serum Insulin Levels in Ovulatory Patients with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Higher insulin levels are linked to larger ovaries in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Serum AMH Levels in the Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenemic Conditions
Blood AMH levels are higher in women with PCOS than in those with other similar conditions.
research Effects of Flutamide, a Pure Antiandrogen, on Endocrine Parameters in the Adult Female Rat
Flutamide, an antiandrogen, has minimal impact on female rat endocrine systems and does not significantly change their reproductive cycles.
research Effect of 150 kHz Electromagnetic Radiation on the Development of Polycystic Ovaries Induced by Estradiol Valerate in Sprague Dawley Rats
150 kHz electromagnetic radiation might help improve PCOS in rats.
research An Interesting Case of Hepatic Adrenocortical Carcinoma
A woman had a rare liver tumor causing male-like physical changes, highlighting the need for thorough checks when such symptoms appear.
research Anti-Androgenic Potential of the Fruit Extracts of Certain Egyptian Sabal Species and Their Genetic Variability Studies: A Metabolomic-Molecular Modeling Approach
Certain Egyptian Sabal fruit extracts may help treat anti-androgenic diseases like benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Clinical Evaluation of Hirsutism in South India
Most women with excessive hair growth in South India have hirsutism without a known cause, with common facial hair growth and some showing hormonal imbalances and polycystic ovaries.
research Hypothyroidism in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Comparative Study of Clinical Characteristics, Metabolic and Hormonal Parameters in Euthyroid and Hypothyroid Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Women
Hypothyroidism may worsen metabolic problems like insulin resistance and obesity in women with PCOS.
research Characteristics of Physical and Sexual Development of Girls Conceived by Assisted Reproductive Technologies
Girls conceived via assisted reproductive technologies show early puberty signs and larger ovaries.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Evaluation of Hormonal Profile and Its Systemic Implications
Hormonal imbalances are important in the development of male pattern baldness.
research Effect of Lifestyle Modifications on Reproductive Function Among Infertile Obese Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Lifestyle changes improve reproductive function and hormonal balance in obese women with PCOS.
research Predictors of Insulin Resistance Among Women With Acne Vulgaris and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Presenting to a Tertiary Care Hospital in North India
Women with acne and PCOS should be checked for insulin resistance and related symptoms.
research Sertoliform Endometrioid Carcinomas of the Right Ovary
A rare ovarian cancer with a good outlook was found in a woman with unusual hair growth and abdominal symptoms.
research Impact of Dutasteride on Spermatogenesis and Oxidative Stress in Rats
Dutasteride does not seem to change rat spermatogenesis or oxidative stress.
research Impact of Dutasteride on Spermatogenesis and Oxidative Status in Rats
Dutasteride did not change rat spermatogenesis or oxidative stress but needs more research.
research Late Diagnosis of Complete Androgen Insensitivity
A 31-year-old woman was diagnosed with Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome much later than usual, leading to a call for earlier detection and treatment guidelines.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Patients with Schizophrenia Treated with Atypical Antipsychotics: A Case Control Study
Women with schizophrenia on atypical antipsychotics are more likely to have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) than women without schizophrenia.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Hirsutism
The study concluded that personalized treatment, including medical and cosmetic approaches, is effective for women with PCOS and hirsutism.
research Evaluation of the Role of Soluble Receptors for Advanced Glycosylated End-Products in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Women with PCOS had higher SRAGE levels, possibly linked to BMI, not PCOS.