Stein-Leventhal syndrome

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical condition
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:PCOS
gptkbp:affects gptkb:women
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:polycystic_ovary_syndrome
gptkbp:associatedWith genetic factors
obesity
infertility
environmental factors
insulin resistance
acne
hirsutism
gptkbp:cause unknown
gptkbp:characterizedBy polycystic ovaries
irregular menstruation
hyperandrogenism
gptkbp:diagnosedBy ultrasound
blood tests
gptkbp:field endocrinology
gynecology
gptkbp:firstDescribed 1935
Irving F. Stein, Sr.
Michael L. Leventhal
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Stein-Leventhal syndrome
gptkbp:ICD-10_code E28.2
gptkbp:prevalence 6-10% of women of reproductive age
gptkbp:riskFactor gptkb:endometrial_cancer
gptkb:type_2_diabetes
gptkbp:symptom weight gain
amenorrhea
oligomenorrhea
male-pattern baldness
skin darkening (acanthosis nigricans)
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:metformin
lifestyle changes
anti-androgens
oral contraceptives
fertility medications
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:PCOS
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6