research Pattern of Body Fat Distribution in Patients with PCOS Using DEXA-Based Indices
PCOS patients have more central body fat, which can be effectively measured using DEXA.
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research An Effective New Therapy for Burn Wounds
New therapies for burn wounds show promise in reducing pain, infection risk, and improving healing and physical outcomes.
research The Effects of Spinach-Derived Thylakoid Supplementation in Combination with Calorie Restriction on Anthropometric Parameters and Metabolic Profiles in Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Spinach-derived thylakoid supplements plus a low-calorie diet helped obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome lose weight and improve their metabolism.
research Low Starch/Low Dairy Diet Results in Successful Treatment of Obesity and Co-Morbidities Linked to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Eating less starch and dairy helped overweight women with PCOS lose weight and improve symptoms.
research Cardiac and Renal SARS-CoV-2 Viral Entry Protein Regulation by Androgens and Diet: Implications for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and COVID-19
Androgens and a high-fat diet may increase the risk of severe COVID-19 in women with PCOS by upregulating certain proteins in the heart and kidneys.
research The Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator GTx-024 (Enobosarm) Improves Lean Body Mass and Physical Function in Healthy Elderly Men and Postmenopausal Women: Results of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase II Trial
Enobosarm significantly increased muscle mass and improved physical function in elderly men and postmenopausal women without serious side effects.
research The Role of Individually Selected Diets in Obese Women with PCOS—A Review
Personalized diets, like the Mediterranean Diet and low carb diets, can help manage PCOS symptoms in obese women, and probiotics may enhance weight loss and improve metabolic health. More research is needed to find the best diet strategies.
research Metreleptin Treatment in a Boy with Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy Due to Homozygous c.465_468delGACT (p.T156Rfs*8) Mutation in the BSCL2 Gene: Results From the First Year
Metreleptin treatment significantly improved metabolic health in a boy with congenital generalized lipodystrophy.
research The Effects of Extended Photoperiod and Warmth on Hair Growth in Ponies and Horses at Different Times of Year
Timing of light therapy affects horse coat growth, with photoperiod being crucial.
research Enhancing Diagnostic Yield of Monogenic Diabetes Through Phenotypic and Molecular Reanalysis of 128 Individuals With Young Onset Hyperglycemia: Highlighting the Significance of Accurate Case Characterization
Combining genetic and physical trait analysis improves diagnosis accuracy for monogenic diabetes.
research Not the Root of the Problem: Hair Cortisol and Cortisone Do Not Mediate the Effect of Child Maltreatment on Body Mass Index
Child abuse is linked to higher BMI, but not because of hair cortisol or cortisone levels.
research Effect of a Low-Starch/Low-Dairy Diet on Fat Oxidation in Overweight and Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
A low-starch/low-dairy diet may help overweight women with PCOS lose weight and improve metabolism, but more research is needed.
research Parameters of Obesity in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obesity is common in PCOS patients and early treatment is important for their heart and metabolic health.
research Body Composition Changes and Inhibition of Fat Development In Vivo Implicate Androgen in Regulation of Stem Cell Lineage Allocation
Androgen is important in controlling stem cell differentiation, reducing fat development, and increasing lean mass.
research How to Diagnose a Lipodystrophy Syndrome
The document concludes that recognizing and properly diagnosing lipodystrophy syndromes is crucial for effective management and treatment.
research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or with Finasteride Increases Physical Performance, Grip Strength, and Lean Body Mass in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.
research The Impact of Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy on Physical Performance
Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves physical performance in trans men to the level of cisgender men, while in trans women, it increases fat mass and decreases muscle mass, with no advantage in physical performance after 2 years.
research Hallmark Evidence of Lipopolysaccharide Tolerance in Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: LPS-Induced NFkB Suppression in Mononuclear Cells Linked to Hyperandrogenism
High levels of testosterone and anti-Müllerian hormone before pregnancy are linked to a higher risk of newborns needing intensive care.
research Mechanisms Involved in the Relationship Between Vitamin D and Insulin Resistance: Impact on Clinical Practice
Vitamin D might help regulate insulin in the body, but taking Vitamin D supplements doesn't clearly prevent or improve type 2 diabetes. More research is needed.
research Association of Insulin Resistance with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotypes and Patients’ Characteristics: A Cross-Sectional Study in Iran
Most women with PCOS have insulin resistance, especially those with phenotype B.
research The Effect of Alfacalcidiol and Metformin on Metabolic Disturbances in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin effectively improves metabolic symptoms in women with PCOS, while alfacalcidiol does not have a significant impact.
research The Rationale for Physiological Testosterone Replacement in Women
Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
research Genetic Defects in Human Pericentrin Are Associated With Severe Insulin Resistance and Diabetes
People with PCNT mutations often develop severe insulin resistance and early-onset diabetes during childhood or adolescence.
research Androgen Treatment of Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.
research COVID-19 and Hypopituitarism
COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.
research Effects of Lifelong Testosterone Exposure on Health and Disease Using Mendelian Randomization
Higher testosterone levels can increase the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes in women and prostate cancer in men, but can also protect against autoimmune diseases and hair loss. It also affects body fat and bone density.
research Polymorphism in the A2M Gene Associated with High-Quality Milk in Murrah Buffaloes (Bubalus Bubalis)
Certain genetic variations in the A2M gene are linked to better milk quality in Murrah buffaloes.
research Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Improves Cardiometabolic Function in Young Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.
research Serum Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor B Is Elevated in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Can Be Decreased With Metformin Treatment
Women with PCOS have higher levels of a certain growth factor, which can be reduced by taking metformin.