PLOD1 and polycystic ovary syndrome: We have previously reported that acupuncture could significantly reduce the weights, body mass indices (BMIs), and waist-hip ratios (WHRs) of obese patients with PCOS; decrease their peripheral testosterone levels and the ratio of luteinizing hormone (LH) to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH); and improve insulin resistance and menstrual cycle and ovulation dysfunction [14].