The relationship between polycystic ovary syndrome and irritable bowel syndrome

Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) causes endocrine disorders that affect the functioning of reproductive system and body's metabolic system. Bowel movement abdominal pain are common complaints PCOS patients. Few studies have been performed on relationship between irritable bowel (IBS), association two syndromes is unclear.
 Material Method: In study, 72 patients were enrolled at gynecology obstetric clinic in Turkey. The control group (n=34) women with (n=38). IBS diagnosis was made by using Roma IV criteria.
 Results: results showed prevalence similar (52%) (50%) (p>0.05). No statistically significant found IBS-PCOS non-IBS-PCOS terms gastrointestinal symptoms (p=0.685). These associated rather than IBS. Significant differences observed for fasting insulin (FI), luteinizing hormone (LH) Homeostasis model assessment resistance (HOMA-IR) (p