ReviewCureus2023
The Invisible Struggle: The Psychosocial Aspects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
Review in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 19 papers.
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19 citing papers in PubMed, 24 citations in OpenAlex.
- Women's Perspectives Regarding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) After Their Diagnosis: A Qualitative Study in Pakistan.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Mediterranean diet adherence and metabolic parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a retrospective cross-sectional study.BMC women's health · 2026Article
- Natural Products in the Metabolic and Endocrine Modulation of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current Perspectives.Nutrients · 2026Review
- Heat Therapy: Targeting Health, Disease, and Disability.Comprehensive Physiology · 2026Review
- Integrating evidence-based lifestyle and adjunct therapies for long-term management of polycystic ovary syndrome: mechanistic insights and clinical implications.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2026Review
- Exploring Microbiome-based Therapy: Bacterial Flavonoid Synthesis as a Novel Approach to PCOS Treatment.Current drug metabolism · 2026Review
- Does polycystic ovary syndrome affect self-confidence and happiness?Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992) · 2026Article
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- Exploring Hirsutism: Epidemiology, Associated Endocrinal Abnormalities, and Societal Challenges in GCC-A Narrative Review.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Review
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- Exploring the therapeutic potential of phytochemicals apigenin and ellagic acid in managing polycystic ovarian syndrome and its comorbidities: a comprehensive review.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025Review
- "I feel like it gets worse as I get older": perspectives of peri-postmenopausal women with PCOS.Frontiers in global women's health · 2025Article
- A sustainable public health framework for PCOS management in low- and middle-income countries: a narrative review.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2025Review
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Exploration of Diagnosis Experience in Saudi Women.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Assessment of the Validity and Quality of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Screening Tools Available for Women Globally: A Systematic Review.Clinics and practice · 2024Review
- Association between polycystic ovarian syndrome and psychiatric morbidity in a rural setting: A cross-sectional study.Industrial psychiatry journalArticle
- Insulin Resistance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Mechanistic Insights and Therapeutic Perspectives Independent of Obesity.Gynecology and minimally invasive therapyReview
- Psychological Distress and Fatigue in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Pilot Study.Journal of human reproductive sciencesArticle
- Body image concerns, disordered eating, and negative affect in women with and without gynecological conditions.Women's health (London, England)Article
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3 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder with multifaceted manifestations, affecting both physiological and psychosocial aspects of affected individuals. This abstract provides a succinct overview of the hormonal underpinnings in the pathogenesis of PCOS, focusing on altered luteinizing hormone (LH) action, insulin resistance, and hyperandrogenism. A prevailing theory suggests that insulin resistance exacerbates hyperandrogenism by influencing the synthesis of sex hormone-binding globulin and increasing androgen production from adrenal and ovarian sources. PCOS diagnosis relies on specific criteria related to hyperandrogenism, ovulatory dysfunction, and the presence of polycystic ovaries. Beyond its physical symptoms, PCOS profoundly impacts women's mental health and quality of life. The prevalence of PCOS underscores the urgency of understanding its hormonal intricacies. Insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism, particularly in the context of sex hormone-binding globulin suppression, play a central role in PCOS pathogenesis. Recognizing the key role of hormones, particularly insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism, provides a foundation for targeted interventions and treatment strategies. A comprehensive approach to PCOS must consider both its physiological and psychosocial dimensions to address the challenges faced by affected individuals.
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