January 1983 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by affecting androgen functions and suppressing certain hormones.
March 1965 in “Hospital Topics” Chemotherapy provides symptom relief and extends life in 30-50% of gynecological cancer cases, but has only cured choriocarcinoma.
March 1965 in “Hospital Topics” Inservice education improves obstetric nursing care and requires teamwork and good planning.
May 1963 in “American journal of obstetrics and gynecology” Injecting 2 ml of TEEV every 4 weeks is better because it has the same benefits but fewer side effects.
February 1938 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Washing can prevent cancer from lubricating oils, extreme body temperatures need more study, Sulfomid is not recognized, no reliable diphtheria carrier treatment except surgery, eyelid injuries should heal before repair, heterophile antibody test is specific for mononucleosis, chlorine inhalations for colds are outdated, and wheat germ is safe.
December 1920 in “The Lancet” The document discusses various public health initiatives and societal issues, emphasizing early intervention and support.
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.
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.
20 citations,
January 2016 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” PCOS affects fertility and is linked to obesity and menstrual irregularities; lifestyle changes are recommended for treatment.
19 citations,
October 2004 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” The diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) requires a detailed patient history, ultrasound scanning, hormone level checks, and assessments of ovulation, obesity, and insulin resistance. It's a variable condition that needs individualized management and is a significant risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
6 citations,
April 2019 in “Advances in Pharmacology and Pharmacy” Mimosa pudica extract may help create new sedative and anti-anxiety drugs.
March 2024 in “CRC Press eBooks” Nutraceuticals can effectively manage hormonal imbalances and related health issues.
52 citations,
April 2008 in “Therapeutics and clinical risk management” The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
29 citations,
October 2020 in “Environmental health perspectives” Five preservatives may disrupt hormone function and need more health and environmental risk assessment.
29 citations,
June 2015 in “Kidney International” Disrupting the Flcn gene in mice causes early kidney cysts and tumors, which can be treated with rapamycin.
29 citations,
July 2011 in “Pediatrics in review” Accurate assessment of puberty using Tanner staging is crucial for identifying normal and abnormal development.
26 citations,
June 2003 in “Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America” More research is needed to understand the long-term benefits of insulin-sensitizing drugs for treating adolescents with PCOS.
23 citations,
June 1997 in “Baillière's clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” Most women with too much androgens have PCOS, which can be managed with birth control pills, medication for hair growth, and fertility treatments, and losing weight helps too.
20 citations,
September 2015 in “Pediatric Annals” PCOS in teen girls should be managed with lifestyle changes and sometimes medication to improve symptoms and health.
19 citations,
March 1994 in “Fertility and sterility” The combination therapy reduced hirsutism in women with PCOD and was well-tolerated.
18 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vitamin D and calcium are essential for normal hair growth.
11 citations,
April 2013 in “Homo” Darker skin in 10-year-old girls may be an early sign of puberty.
11 citations,
April 2013 in “Hormones” New information suggests that metformin might help more women with PCOS and infertility, not just those with glucose issues.
8 citations,
September 2005 in “Practical diabetes” PCOS is a condition causing irregular periods, excess male hormones, and infertility, often managed by targeting insulin resistance and specific symptoms.
7 citations,
January 2013 in “Pediatrics in review” The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.
7 citations,
January 2013 in “Animal Production Science” Altering maternal cortisol during pregnancy can improve wool growth in Merino sheep.
6 citations,
March 2021 in “Frontiers in surgery” A woman's symptoms of increased body hair and testosterone were caused by a rare adrenal tumor, which was removed successfully.
6 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of molecular histology” Testosterone increases fluid secretion and aquaporin expression in the vas deferens, which is important for male fertility.
5 citations,
November 2021 in “Pediatrics in review” The document concludes that thyroid disorders in children require specific treatments and monitoring, and educational resources are available for further information.
2 citations,
October 2022 in “British journal of haematology” A girl with Evans' syndrome had her low platelet count successfully treated with zanubrutinib.