Mechanisms of Increased Androgen Production Among Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Summary

Jeffrey Chang MD is conducting a research study to learn more about the increased male hormone levels, otherwise known as androgens, seen in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Women with PCOS have ovaries that are comprised of many cysts, or follicles. They also have irregular or absent menstrual periods and symptoms of increased male hormones, such as facial hair or acne. In each part of the study (except part 4 which is for PCOS women only) we will be comparing responses of PCOS women to normal controls

Timeline

Start

2009-09

Primary completion

2013-09

Completion

2013-09

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