April 2026 in “ScholarWorks (Walden University)” This phenomenological study reported that Malaysian women with PCOS experience significant emotional, social, and physical challenges affecting their quality of life, highlighting the need for improved patient-centered care.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study assessed nursing students' awareness of PCOS symptoms and treatments, including the potential benefits of a polyherbal syrup in regulating hormonal imbalances and promoting menstrual regularity.
January 2017 in “mediaTUM – the media and publications repository of the Technical University Munich (Technical University Munich)” In this study, women with PCOS who had children reported shorter menstrual cycles and more regular daily routines compared to childless women, who experienced less hirsutism and weight gain.
Using high-throughput proteomics, this study identified 34 differentially expressed proteins in the lesional skin of adults with scalp psoriasis, suggesting a cytokine storm response linked to bacterial antigens.
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October 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This meta-analysis found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have over a 2.5-fold higher risk of depression compared to healthy women.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study evaluated the effect of guselkumab on moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and found that median PASI improvements increased from around 60% at week 4 to over 90% by week 12 of treatment across multiple clinical trials.
January 2020 in “International Journal of Medical Research and Health Sciences” This study discusses the prevalence of PCOS risk factors among female students at Northern Border University but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for awareness and further investigations.
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April 2018 in “Endocrine” This review discusses post-SSRI sexual dysfunction and post-finasteride syndrome, highlighting unknowns about their true incidence and underlying causes, and reports no new clinical results.
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October 2019 in “BMJ Open” This protocol outlines a nationwide study to investigate the prevalence of metabolic and reproductive abnormalities, anxiety, and depression in Brazilian women with polycystic ovary syndrome, aiming to inform public health strategies.
May 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, impaired sexual function among Iranian women with infertility was linked to higher sexual distress, especially when comorbid PCOS was present, affecting the relationship between sexual pain and distress.
In this study, nearly 38% of Saudi women with PCOS reported extremely severe depression and extreme anxiety, with higher rates linked to young age, divorce, lifestyle advice, and higher BMI.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that inpatient dermatology consultations at a large tertiary care center often led to significant treatment changes, especially for complex skin conditions potentially linked to systemic diseases.
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.
June 2023 in “Journal of Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences” This study observed that women with PCOS from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had significantly higher serum PSA levels, which positively correlated with hirsutism, testosterone, and DHEAS levels compared to healthy controls.
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December 2024 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This study suggests that persistent symptoms in patients with controlled functioning adenomas may indicate a coexisting PCOS diagnosis, highlighting the need for precise differentiation and timely management of these conditions.
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January 2018 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” This review discusses the challenges in diagnosing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome and highlights the need for an integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare model tailored to the diverse needs of women with PCOS; it reports no new clinical findings.
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” This study observed that Poria cocos polysaccharides and finasteride both reduced inflammation in chronic nonbacterial prostatitis in rats, but only Poria cocos polysaccharides reversed related changes in the gut microbiota.
October 2020 in “Indian journal of forensic medicine and toxicology” This review discusses the link between polycystic ovary syndrome and periodontal disease and emphasizes the need for further studies to clarify their association, but it reports no new clinical results.
This study found that women with PCOS in a Middle Eastern population reported significantly lower self-esteem and body image satisfaction compared to those without PCOS, with PCOS respondents feeling less attractive, avoiding mirrors and social interactions, and expressing a stronger desire to lose weight.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that palmoplantar pustulosis patients exhibited oral dysbiosis, particularly among those with pustulotic arthro-osteosis, as compared to healthy controls.
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September 2016 in “Neuropharmacology” This study suggests that in an ex vivo rat glaucoma model, TSPO activation is involved in Allopregnanolone synthesis and may help prevent retinal damage, with TSPO agonists as potential therapeutic agents.
July 2022 in “Fayoum University Medical Journal” This paper discusses polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and reports no new results; the authors highlight the complexity and heterogeneity of this endocrine disorder.
July 2019 in “International Journal of Advance Research in Community Health Nursing” This study observed that, among women in Padgampora Village, J&K, aged 15-45, 42.5% had PCOS between ages 15 and 25, with clinical signs like irregular cycles, obesity, acne, and more, highlighting the need for increased awareness and early intervention.
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August 2014 in “PubMed” This case report details a woman with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome who experienced notable dermatological symptoms, including evanescent hyperemia, which improved with the use of an oral angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist.
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August 2018 in “Endokrynologia Polska” This consensus paper reviews current challenges and recommendations for diagnosing and treating polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting the utility of the Rotterdam criteria for adults and different criteria for teenagers without requiring polycystic ovaries.
In the Ovulation and Menstruation Health Pilot Study, multimodal recruitment strategies effectively increased racial diversity and survey completion rates for studying menstrual disorders like PCOS.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Reproductive BioMedicine (IJRM)” The hypothesis in this study is that probiotic supplementation could improve hormonal, metabolic, inflammatory, and antioxidant markers in individuals with PCOS compared to a placebo, although results are not yet reported.
April 2026 in “BMC Women s Health” This study in Urmia, Iran, characterized women with PCOS, POF, and EMs, revealing a PCOS prevalence of 17.69% and emphasizing significant lifestyle and health differences compared to healthy individuals, particularly in rural areas, alongside identifying key screening features for POF and EMs.
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May 2010 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada” This review summarizes best practices for diagnosing and managing PCOS, emphasizing accurate biochemical assessments and individualized treatment approaches, but reports no new clinical results.
In this study, only a small percentage of women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported using holistic management strategies, highlighting a need for increased focus on comprehensive approaches to managing the condition.