"Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women: A Cross-sectional Study to Investigate the Prevalence, Psychophysiological Manifestations, Risk Factors and Treatment"
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder that has significant implications for women.Despite its impact, the specific characteristics of PCOS remains understudied.Our cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the prevalence, psychophysiological symptoms, risk factors, and treatment associated with PCOS women.Methods: Data were collected through an online questionnaire form, which yielded 88 responses, of which 49 (55.68%) were clinically diagnosed with PCOS, and 39 (44.32%) weren't diagnosed but were symptomatic.Results: Our study found the highest prevalence (46.9%) in the 20-30 years age group.Psychophysiological symptoms were prominent, with severe hirsutism (53.06%), difficulty in maintaining ideal weight (63.25%), menstrual irregularity (61.22%), and mood changes/depression (79.59%).Genetic predisposition (32.65%) and dietary habits (52.07%).Our results proved diet as a significant risk factor, with 63.26% of PCOS women reporting frequent chicken consumption, showing the need of further research to find a potential link between chicken consumption and PCOS development.Complications, specifically infertility (34.69%), were prevalent among diagnosed participants.Treatment strategies primarily focused on lifestyle modifications including dietary improvement (10.20%), weight loss (14.28%), and pharmacotherapy (73.46%), underscoring the multifaceted management approach required for PCOS. Conclusion:Our study highlights the importance of awareness, early diagnosis, dietary control, and lifestyle modifications in effectively managing symptoms, treating PCOS, and reducing the overall disease burden.
Source: COJ Nursing & Healthcare
Author: Aqsa Qaisar
Institution: Quaid-i-Azam University
Language: English
Subfield: Reproductive Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404761478