March 2023 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review discusses polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), its current treatment challenges, and explores integrative approaches for managing the syndrome and its related symptoms, but it presents no new research findings.
3 citations
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November 2021 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study found that home-use diphenylcyclopropenone (H-DPCP) is a cost-effective alternative to office-use for severe alopecia areata, showing similar effectiveness with reduced costs.
This review discusses the diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new research findings; the authors emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to reduce complications.
28 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This study found that dermatoscopy is useful for diagnosing and assessing primary cicatricial alopecias in Chinese patients, with alopecia mucinosa having a distinct feature of patulous follicular openings.
3 citations
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October 2013 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” This case report found that a patient with cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa experienced rare and severe manifestations, including digital gangrene and a breast ulcer, requiring aggressive treatment and resulting in below-knee amputation.
47 citations
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August 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study suggests that variations in PCOS phenotypes observed across different ethnic groups may be due to a genetic gradient resulting from historical human migrations and genetic drift.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, deep phenotyping of 68 patients with XPD gene defects successfully separated individuals by clinical diagnosis and survival status, potentially improving diagnosis and prognosis for xeroderma pigmentosum and trichothiodystrophy.
March 2023 in “Cellular Molecular and Biomedical Reports” The researchers reported that lifestyle changes and medications significantly impact managing PCOS, highlighting the high prevalence of cardiovascular comorbidities and the common risk factor of high BMI in these patients.
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January 2017 in “Journal of rare disease research & treatment” Obesity is common in PCOS patients and early treatment is important for their heart and metabolic health.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PCFCL may have unrecognized subtypes and needs more research.
This study presents the G4 transgenic mouse model, which suggests a direct link between polycystic ovary syndrome and the Gm10800 gene, offering a valuable tool for understanding the disease and testing treatments.
May 2010 in “Current Women's Health Reviews” This article reviews the challenges and importance of diagnosing and managing PCOS, especially in adolescent girls, and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize early intervention.
This study found that Complementary and Alternative Medicine practitioners manage PCOS by addressing hormonal imbalances, improving fertility, and enhancing quality of life, incorporating emotional and lifestyle support alongside specific therapies.
September 2015 in “University of Southern Denmark Research Portal (University of Southern Denmark)” This guideline provides a concise evidence-based overview of various aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome, including diagnosis and follow-up of secondary effects, but reports no new clinical results.
August 2025 in “BMC Women s Health” This study found significant gaps in the knowledge, attitude, and practices of healthcare professionals in Ethiopia regarding the diagnosis of PCOS, with many relying only on ultrasonography and physical symptoms, underscoring the need for better diagnostic channels and education efforts.
9 citations
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May 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” In this study, echocardiographic measures of cardiac function in women with polycystic ovary syndrome were found to be similar to those of healthy women.
May 2023 in “International Journal of Home Science” This survey reported that 95% of respondents were aware of polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting a high level of awareness about PCOS among the participants.
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November 2009 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” This article discusses the complexities of diagnosing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents and highlights the lack of established diagnostic criteria and unclear clinical implications, without presenting new clinical findings.
June 2018 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” In this study, polycystic ovarian disease was identified as a prevalent chronic endocrinopathy among women of reproductive age, with common dermatological symptoms such as hirsutism, acne, and androgenic alopecia.
September 2025 in “Anti-Aging Eastern Europe” This review discusses the full spectrum of polycystic ovary syndrome's impact on women, highlighting the need for more comprehensive care that addresses both visible symptoms and hidden systemic burdens, and reports no new clinical results.
16 citations
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November 1998 in “Fertility and sterility” This article discusses the fragmented approach to PCOS treatment, highlighting the recent recognition that insulin resistance is a common, intrinsic feature in most women with PCOS.
April 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that 6.1% of new patients seeking PRP therapy for hair loss had undiagnosed cicatricial alopecia, highlighting the importance of proper diagnosis by trained dermatologists to optimize treatment outcomes.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “BMC Women's Health” This study reported a 3.86% prevalence of PCOS among tenth-grade schoolgirls in Guangzhou, with higher rates observed in obese girls compared to their lean counterparts.
July 2023 in “Journal of Controversies in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics” This review provides an overview of polycystic ovary syndrome, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies, and reports no new research findings.
36 citations
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May 2005 in “BMC dermatology” This study found that topical diphenylcyclopropenone was effective in treating severe alopecia areata but had a high relapse rate and was often accompanied by side effects like eczema and lymphadenopathy.
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.
January 2025 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” This article discusses the complex aetiology, diagnostic criteria, and challenges in diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome, but does not report new clinical findings.
23 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review discusses the classification and diagnosis of primary cicatricial alopecias and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for effective treatments owing to limited evidence of current therapies' efficacy.
1 citations
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October 2024 in “Pharmacy & Pharmacology International Journal” This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments of polycystic ovarian syndrome and polycystic ovarian disease and reports no new clinical findings.
August 2018 in “Ayurlog: national journal of research in ayurveda science” This study reviewed Ayurvedic and modern texts to identify methods for managing PCOD through Ayurvedic dietary practices, proposing that these may help address symptoms by improving metabolic and endocrine functions without specific experimental results reported.