162 citations,
January 2015 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Women with PCOS face higher risks of diabetes and heart disease, and these risks increase with obesity.
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May 2016 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
71 citations,
November 2009 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.
70 citations,
February 2012 in “Human Reproduction” Many young women who donate blood have hormonal disorders like excess male hormones and PCOS.
62 citations,
April 2013 in “Steroids” PCOS symptoms change with age; younger women have higher androgen levels and less metabolic issues, while older women face more metabolic challenges despite milder PCOS symptoms.
42 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
39 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.
34 citations,
June 2010 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood” Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.
23 citations,
February 2014 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Low-dose finasteride reduces excessive hair growth in teenage girls safely and affordably.
15 citations,
January 2019 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The article concludes that global standardization in PCOS research is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding of the condition.
12 citations,
March 2017 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Testosterone therapy can modestly improve sexual function in menopausal women but should be used cautiously and is not recommended for routine measurement in sexual dysfunction or hirsutism.
10 citations,
May 1995 in “Journal of General Internal Medicine” Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
7 citations,
October 2020 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Women with PCOS are at high risk of glucose metabolism issues and heart diseases, especially if overweight, highlighting the need for early intervention.
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January 2018 in “Biology and medicine” High testosterone levels in 20% of the women studied may indicate PCOS, while 80% had low levels with potential health impacts.
October 2022 in “Journal for Research in Applied Sciences and Biotechnology” Certain changes in the SHBG gene may increase the risk of PCOS in Iraqi women.
March 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” PCOS is a hormonal issue in women that is usually treated with birth control pills, metformin, and lifestyle changes, with early treatment helping to reduce complications and improve life quality.
91 citations,
December 2017 in “Systems Biology in Reproductive Medicine” Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.
49 citations,
May 2018 in “Endocrine” Women with regular menstrual cycles and PCOS have linked kisspeptin and LH hormone patterns, unlike those with irregular cycles.
44 citations,
May 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Insulin resistance might not be enough to worsen blood vessel function in young, nonobese women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
9 citations,
May 2015 in “Cardiology Clinics” The conclusion is that managing cholesterol is important for women, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and with PCOS, and involves regular screening and careful treatment choices.
1 citations,
April 2021 in “Deneysel ve klinik tıp dergisi/Journal of experimental and clinical medicine” Women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and need lifestyle changes and treatment.
24 citations,
March 2017 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” The study found that women with hyperandrogenic PCOS have higher levels of AKT1 and AKT2 proteins in their cells, which may lead to cell dysfunction.
August 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors may lower the risk of breast cancer in females.
November 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.
June 2022 in “International journal of research and review” The article concludes that early diagnosis and lifestyle changes can prevent complications from high uric acid levels.
Low-level light therapy, possibly combined with other treatments, may become a leading hair loss treatment, while hirsutism often worsens with age and lacks preventive options.
July 2017 in “Contemporary Endocrinology” The document concludes that patient outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are often not ideal because of poor management and a need for better diagnosis and treatment methods.
83 citations,
December 2012 in “International journal of endocrinology and metabolism/International journal of endocrinology and metabolism.” Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
11 citations,
July 2019 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
1 citations,
May 2021 in “International Journal Of Medical Science And Clinical Invention” Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of severe COVID-19 due to hormonal imbalances and vitamin D deficiency.