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Polycystic ovary syndrome increases chance of developing cardiovascular disease

Women who suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), one of the most common causes of female infertility in the U.S., have an increased chance of developing cardiovascular disease, according to a new study published this month in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, published by The Endocrine Society.

6 Apr 2005

Pancreatic beta-cells play an important role in the existence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Researchers have discovered that pancreatic beta-cells, which are responsible for insulin secretion, play an important role in the existence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder that affects up to 10 percent of reproductive aged women.

12 Jan 2005

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common endocrine disorder among reproductive-age women

The polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common endocrine disorder among reproductive-age women, produces a wide variety of body changes with both physical and emotional implications for sufferers.

3 Jan 2005

Hirsute women most likely have androgen excess-related disorders, primarily polycystic ovary syndrome

Among women in their child-bearing years, even minimal amounts of unwanted hair in male-type patterns – especially in the presence of other subtle changes – may be a sign of a hormonal imbalance linked to a variety of serious side effects and medical conditions, according to the December 2004 issue of the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

23 Dec 2004

Insulin sensitizing drugs help thin women as well overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Insulin-sensitizing drugs can help thin women with polycystic ovary syndrome even if they do not appear to be insulin resistant, broadening the range of women who can benefit from the therapy, a Virginia Commonwealth University researcher said in this month’s issue of the journal Fertility and Sterility.

16 Oct 2004

Women with the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are at greatest risk for diabetes and coronary artery disease

A new position statement issued today by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) states that women with the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are at greatest risk for diabetes and coronary artery disease.

6 Oct 2004

Atkins responds to lower female fertility from low carb diets claim

It is important to note that there was no mention of carbohydrate control in the research conducted by Dr. Gardner. The study subjects were mice, which are herbivores. Whether or not these findings or effects would apply to humans, who are omnivores, is unknown.

29 Jun 2004

Novel findings on treatments for childhood obesity and early polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in young girls

New research findings presented this week in New Orleans during ENDO 2004, the 86th Annual Meeting of The Endocrine Society, could help keep kids healthier.

16 Jun 2004

What causes polycystic ovary syndrome?

A woman finds herself with excessive facial hair, obesity, menstrual abnormalities, infertility, and enlarged ovaries may have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), an unfortunate condition thought to be caused by excessive secretion by the ovaries of androgen, a hormone associated with male characteristics.

15 Jun 2004

Polycystic ovary syndrome more common than originally thought

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the University of Alabama, Birmingham, have found that a complex hormonal disorder affecting the reproductive and metabolic function of premenopausal women may be considerably more common in the United States than previously believed from earlier, smaller studies.

5 Jun 2004

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome News and Research

Latest Polycystic Ovary Syndrome News and Research

Polycystic ovary syndrome increases chance of developing cardiovascular disease

Pancreatic beta-cells play an important role in the existence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common endocrine disorder among reproductive-age women

Hirsute women most likely have androgen excess-related disorders, primarily polycystic ovary syndrome

Insulin sensitizing drugs help thin women as well overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Women with the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are at greatest risk for diabetes and coronary artery disease

Atkins responds to lower female fertility from low carb diets claim

Novel findings on treatments for childhood obesity and early polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in young girls

What causes polycystic ovary syndrome?

Polycystic ovary syndrome more common than originally thought

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome News and Research

Latest Polycystic Ovary Syndrome News and Research

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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