research Global Adiposity Rather Than Abnormal Regional Fat Distribution Characterizes Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.
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research Obesity and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Implications for Pathogenesis and Novel Management Strategies
Obesity worsens PCOS symptoms, and PCOS may lead to more weight gain; managing both requires a holistic approach that includes mental health.
research Adult Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Begins in Childhood
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.
research Increased Androgen Bioavailability Is Associated With Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS and higher androgen levels are more likely to have fatty liver disease.
research Androgen Excess Is the Key Element in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Too much male hormone is the main cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
research Diagnosis and Management of the Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment
The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.
research Obesity and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obesity increases the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome, and weight loss can improve the condition.
research Global Adiposity and Thickness of Intraperitoneal and Mesenteric Adipose Tissue Depots Are Increased in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have more body fat and thicker fat layers in certain abdominal areas than women without PCOS.
research Role of Oxidative Stress in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Oxidative stress is a key factor in the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and weight management can improve symptoms.
research Relationship of the Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Controlled, Population-Based Study
Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review for Dermatologists
Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.
research Evidence for Masculinization of Adipokine Gene Expression in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue of Obese Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obese women with PCOS show a male-like pattern in certain fat tissue gene expressions.
research The Prevalence of Metabolic Disorders in Various Phenotypes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Community-Based Study in Southwest Iran
Different types of PCOS have different levels of metabolic problems, with the most severe type showing the highest disturbances.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Other Androgen Excess-Related Conditions: Can Changes in Dietary Intake Make a Difference?
Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.
research Prevalence of Hepatic Steatosis in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease, especially if they have metabolic problems.
research Ultrasonographic and Laboratory Markers of Metabolic and Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obese women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease.
research Animal Models and the Developmental Origins of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Increasing Evidence for the Role of Androgens in Programming Reproductive and Metabolic Dysfunction
High levels of androgens during early development may cause PCOS-like symptoms.
research Serum Levels of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Adiponectin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Associations with Visceral Fat but No Evidence for Fat Mass-Independent Effects on Pathogenesis in This Condition
Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.
research Ghrelin Levels Are Suppressed and Show a Blunted Response to Oral Glucose in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have lower ghrelin levels and a weaker response to sugar, which might affect their feeling of fullness and lead to overeating.
research Presence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Is Associated with Longer Anogenital Distance in Adult Mediterranean Women
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer distance between the clitoris and anus.
research Insulin Resistance and Obesity Among Infertile Women With Different Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotypes
Women with PCOS are more likely to have insulin resistance and obesity, especially those with the most severe type I PCOS.
research Quercetin and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current Evidence and Future Directions - A Systematic Review
Quercetin may help with PCOS symptoms, but more research is needed.
research Protective Effects of Melatonin Against Metabolic and Reproductive Disturbances in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Rats
Melatonin may help treat PCOS symptoms in rats.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): French Endocrine Society Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management
The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.
research Common Variants in the Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Gene (SHBG) and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in Mediterranean Women
Certain genetic variations in the SHBG gene are linked to an increased or decreased risk of PCOS in Mediterranean women.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Salvador, Brazil: A Prevalence Study in Primary Healthcare
About 8.5% of women in Salvador, Brazil, have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
research Treatment of Hirsutism by Finasteride and Flutamide in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.
research The Efficacy of 24-Month Metformin for Improving Menses, Hormones, and Metabolic Profiles in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin improves menstrual cycles and hormone levels in women with PCOS, mostly within the first 6 months.
research Exploration of the Role of Anti-Mullerian Hormone and LH/FSH Ratio in Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The study concluded that both anti-Mullerian hormone and LH/FSH ratio are higher in women with PCOS and combining these markers with BMI could improve diagnosis accuracy.