Open AccessAn Overview of Harmful Effects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Author(s) -
Anisa Iftikhar,
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Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of oncology research reviews and reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2755-0117
DOI - 10.47363/jonrr/2021(2)156
Subject(s) - polycystic ovary , infertility , medicine , obesity , endocrine system , pregnancy , gynecology , metabolic syndrome , diabetes mellitus , obstetrics , insulin resistance , hormone , endocrinology , biology , genetics
PCOS, a hormone imbalance that causes infertility, obesity etc. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most frequent endocrinopathy among women of reproductive age. It is the most common female endocrine disorder with prevalence rates ranging from 4% to 18%. There are many associated condition with PCOS like obesity, many types of cancer, infertility, cardiac diseases etc. It is confirm that women who have this syndrome are at risk more than other women. The treatment of PCOS is determined by whether a woman wishes to become pregnant or not. If pregnancy is not a goal, then weight loss, oral contraceptives, and the diabetes medication. It should also include all metabolic effects and potential problems. More study and knowledge of the biology of PCOS will lead to better treatment outcomes and patient management.