Polycystic ovary syndrome and its relevance to women from south Asia.

Pnm-5: Midwifery Intensive Cares in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common endocrine disorder with 3-7% prevalence in the general population and 10% in women of childbearing. This rate has increased in infertile women. The main composition of this syndrome includes anovulation or olygoovulation, clinical and laboratory signs of increased androgens and observation polycystic ovaries on ultrasound in evaluation. In this ...

Onm-1: Mental Health of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Some of Its Socio-Demographic Determinants

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is among the common endocrine disorders that not only affect physical aspects of women’s health but also can create manifestations such as anxiety and depression. In this study, we examined the mental health and some of its socio- demographic determinants among Iranian women suffering from PCOS. Materials and Methods: It was a descriptive cross-secti...

Metabolic Syndrome and Its Characteristics among Reproductive-Aged Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-sectional Study in Northwest Iran

Study of Perceived Social Support and its Predictors in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome can result in poor quality of life due to different reasons. Therefore, attention to perceived social support and its associated factors can be beneficial for these patients. This study aimed to determine the level of perceived social support and its predictors in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was ...

Metabolic and Endocrine Characteristics of Indian Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Objective Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrinological disorders among women of reproductive age and the leading cause of female infertility. This study intends to evaluate the lipid profile, hormonal levels [free T3 (fT3), free T4 (fT4), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), insulin, luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), and prolactin] in PCO...