Depression and Anxiety in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Literature Survey

August 2021 in “ International journal of adolescent medicine and health ”

Mehrukh Zehravi, Mudasir Maqbool, Irfat Ara

TLDR Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome often experience depression and anxiety.

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research Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

60 citations , May 2018 in “Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine”

Women with PCOS often experience anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life.

research Genetic Basis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

18 citations , July 2010 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism”

The document concludes that PCOS has a strong genetic component, but more research is needed to fully understand the specific genes involved.

research The Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Criteria for the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Complete Task Force Report

1540 citations , October 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility”

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

Criteria for Defining Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as a Predominantly Hyperandrogenic Syndrome: An Androgen Excess Society Guideline

research Criteria for Defining Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as a Predominantly Hyperandrogenic Syndrome: An Androgen Excess Society Guideline

1744 citations , August 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome should be seen mainly as a condition of excess male hormones, with a focus on this in its definition.

research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

4809 citations , January 2004 in “Fertility and Sterility”

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.