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What is one way in which diet and weight loss can improve ovulatory function in women with OSA?
What is one way in which diet and weight loss can improve ovulatory function in women with OSA?
- By improving estrogen production
- By neutralizing the insulin-mediated effect on androgen synthesis (correct)
- By reducing the production of androgens
- By increasing SHBG levels
How can decreased intraovarian insulin impact infertile PCOS patients?
How can decreased intraovarian insulin impact infertile PCOS patients?
- It causes a decrease in glucose production
- It improves oocyte quality and prevents miscarriages (correct)
- It leads to increased miscarriages
- It has no effect on oocyte quality
Why is lifestyle intervention crucial for all women with PCOS?
Why is lifestyle intervention crucial for all women with PCOS?
- To increase insulin levels
- To decrease menstrual regularity
- To treat metabolic concerns associated with the syndrome (correct)
- To decrease the likelihood of spontaneous ovulation
How do insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia affect women with PCOS?
How do insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia affect women with PCOS?
Why does caloric restriction play a significant role in the management of PCOS?
Why does caloric restriction play a significant role in the management of PCOS?
What is one way hyperinsulinemia contributes to anovulation and infertility in women with PCOS?
What is one way hyperinsulinemia contributes to anovulation and infertility in women with PCOS?
Which lifestyle change is considered first-line therapy for all women with PCOS?
Which lifestyle change is considered first-line therapy for all women with PCOS?
What percentage of weight reduction can restore ovulation in overweight women with PCOS?
What percentage of weight reduction can restore ovulation in overweight women with PCOS?
According to the American Diabetes Association, what type of diet is recommended for women with PCOS?
According to the American Diabetes Association, what type of diet is recommended for women with PCOS?
Which type of diet has been shown to decrease insulin levels and improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS?
Which type of diet has been shown to decrease insulin levels and improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS?
What is the recommended weight loss goal for women with PCOS to improve symptoms and cosmesis?
What is the recommended weight loss goal for women with PCOS to improve symptoms and cosmesis?
What factor should dietary recommendations for women with PCOS focus on, besides caloric intake alone?
What factor should dietary recommendations for women with PCOS focus on, besides caloric intake alone?
Which type of exercise has been found to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of diabetes in women with PCOS?
Which type of exercise has been found to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of diabetes in women with PCOS?
