TLDR Women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and need lifestyle changes and treatment.
This study compared 109 women with PCOS to 91 healthy controls in the Black Sea region, revealing that women with PCOS had higher levels of fasting blood glucose, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, total cholesterol, LDL-C, and triglycerides, and lower HDL-C levels, indicating a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases and insulin resistance. Additionally, PCOS patients had lower vitamin D and B12 levels. The study concluded that PCOS patients have an increased risk of metabolic syndrome due to high androgen levels, obesity, and insulin resistance, emphasizing the need for lifestyle changes and effective diagnosis and treatment to prevent diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
9 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal Of Endocrinology, Metabolism And Diabetes Of South Africa” The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and management of PCOS are crucial due to its associated health risks.
5 citations,
March 2015 in “Women's Health” The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.
926 citations,
June 2010 in “BMC Medicine” Polycystic ovary syndrome is a complex condition that affects women's mental, reproductive, and metabolic health throughout their lives.
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May 2009 in “Wiley-Blackwell eBooks” Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Early signs of PCOS in girls, like irregular periods and polycystic ovaries, suggest a need for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent further health issues.
