Laser and light hair removal effectively treats excess hair growth from polycystic ovary syndrome

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Laser and light-based therapies are effective in reducing the severity of excess hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to an Australian analysis of research. The team pooled together the results of six studies and found that laser and light therapies were generally well tolerated, and could also improve psychological well-being, and enhance quality of life for women with PCOS. The researchers found that simultaneous use of metformin or the combined oral contraceptive pill could offer additional benefits.

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Organisation/s: Monash University

Funder: The International Evidence-Based PCOS Guideline was funded by the Australian NHMRC through the Centre for Research Excellence in Women’s Health in Reproductive Life (CRE WHiRL) (APP1171592) and partnering organisations including the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), Endocrine Society (ENDO), European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) and European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)

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