4 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” This study systematically compared pediatric and adult Cushing's disease patients, revealing more severe and earlier-onset symptoms in males, and distinct gender-specific clinical manifestations.
3 citations
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June 2019 in “Clinical nursing studies” In this study, the researchers reported that polycystic ovary syndrome negatively impacts the quality of life for women due to associated phenotypic characteristics like obesity and hirsutism.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “The Healer” This case report describes Ayurvedic treatment, including Samshodhan Karma and Shaman Chikitsa, that resulted in pregnancy for a 22-year-old woman with PCOS-related infertility after 3 years of trying to conceive.
1 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, female pattern hair loss was prevalent in 28.6% of secondary school girls, with higher rates in rural areas and associations with family history, irregular menses, thyroid disease, and hirsutism.
1 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that women with hair thinning presenting to a specialty clinic often had PCOS, with irregular menses and clinical signs like hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans being key indicators.
February 2026 in “Indian Journal of Community Health” Among female doctors in Dakshina Kannada, India, this study found a 21.25% prevalence of PCOS, significantly associated with marital status but not working hours, indicating a need to prioritize PCOS awareness and management among healthcare professionals.
January 2026 in “AYUSHDHARA” This case study highlights that an Ayurvedic treatment approach involving Basti Chikitsa and Tilmooladi Churna over 3 months may improve menstrual regularity and hormonal profiles in a woman with polycystic ovary syndrome.
January 2024 in “Epidemiology international journal” This study observed a 19.7% prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome among Afro-Caribbean women in Tobago, a rate higher than that reported in North American studies.
June 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This study found that one-third of females with acne and PCOS also showed insulin resistance, suggesting that women with these conditions should be evaluated for impaired glucose tolerance.
This paper reviews female androgenetic alopecia and highlights the importance of differentiating it from other hair loss conditions, noting its potential association with hyperandrogenism in premenopausal women, but reports no new results.
November 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Tailored medication preparation and ongoing education are crucial for effective treatments.
27 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This article explores the endocrine functions involved in the pathogenesis of polycystic ovarian syndrome and discusses approaches for diagnosing and managing the condition, with no new clinical results reported.
21 citations
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September 2004 in “Fertility and Sterility” Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.
73 citations
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February 2007 in “The American Journal of Medicine” This review discusses the diagnosis, symptoms, metabolic complications, and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome, offering no new clinical findings but includes a summary of treatment recommendations.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” This case study reports that Ayurvedic treatment resulted in significant clinical improvement and reduced ovary size in a 28-year-old woman with PCOD over a 2.5-month period.
March 2023 in “European journal of internal medicine” This case study highlights a delayed diagnosis of Sheehan's syndrome in a woman with post-partum hemorrhage history, emphasizing the importance of considering non-specific symptoms and menstrual history for diagnosis.
March 2021 in “Serbian Journal of Experimental and Clinical Research” This review discusses hormonal and metabolic aspects of PCOS and highlights the need for more research to understand its pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment options; it reports no new results.
December 2015 in “Kosin Medical Journal” This review discusses the diagnosis, symptoms, metabolic complications, and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new findings.
September 1989 in “PubMed” This study found no significant differences in sex-hormone binding globulin and androgen serum levels between women with stage II androgenetic alopecia and controls, suggesting that genetically-determined androgen sensitivity might play a major role in the condition.
33 citations
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December 1982 in “Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology” The authors reviewed cases of six children with both hair-shaft abnormalities and neurological disorders, noting that such hair defects may indicate neurological conditions, including potentially treatable metabolic errors.
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December 2011 in “Fertility and sterility” This consensus report reviews current knowledge and identifies knowledge gaps concerning the various health aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome, without presenting new clinical findings.
49 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology” This review covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to P450c21, but it reports no new clinical results.
26 citations
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December 2016 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” This review describes current medical and surgical treatments for transgender men, highlighting the effectiveness and general tolerability of hormone treatment, and suggesting that surgical benefits often surpass associated risks, although it reports no new clinical findings.
19 citations
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April 2020 in “Psychological Medicine” This study identified three symptom trajectory groups in individuals with PMDD, highlighting variations in symptom severity and duration across the luteal and follicular phases.
17 citations
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February 2020 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” This review discusses medical interventions that reproductive health experts can provide to transgender and gender diverse youth and reports no new clinical results.
16 citations
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November 2018 in “Singapore Medical Journal” This article reviews the clinical presentation, contributing factors, and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome but provides no original research findings.
12 citations
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October 2004 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” This review discusses current and emerging therapeutic strategies for managing polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing treatment tailored to individual patient complaints and highlighting the roles of hormone therapy and insulin-sensitizing agents.
11 citations
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May 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.
4 citations
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September 2013 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” Different types of polycystic ovary syndrome show varying levels of insulin resistance, with the 'PHO' type being the most insulin resistant.
4 citations
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June 2003 in “Fertility and Sterility” In this pilot study, finasteride increased testosterone/dihydrotestosterone and progesterone/dihydroprogesterone ratios in normal ovulatory women but did not alter ovulation or gonadotropin secretion.