The Role of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Chronic Inflammation, Psychological Health, and the Gut Microbiota State: A Case Report

    January 2022 in “ Journal of family medicine ”
    Davis CC, Popp JK
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    TLDR Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can cause chronic inflammation, mental health issues, and changes in gut bacteria, but a holistic lifestyle change can significantly improve these conditions.
    The document is a case report of a 22-year-old female patient diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) at 14 years old. The patient initially presented with symptoms such as extreme fatigue, headaches, muscular weakness, decreased immunity, and concentration impairment, which were misdiagnosed as mononucleosis. However, her symptoms lasted longer than typical for mononucleosis, and she was later diagnosed with PCOS based on chronic fatigue and blood work results showing elevated insulin levels, decreased thyroid-stimulating hormone, elevated estrogen and androgen levels, and nutritional deficiencies. After her diagnosis, the patient began a holistic lifestyle change, which significantly improved her quality of life. The report emphasizes the need for a holistic healthcare approach to treat the underlying organ dysfunction in women with PCOS, highlighting the interconnectedness between endocrine and reproductive dysfunction. It also examines the chronic inflammatory state, risk of developing psychological disorders, and gut microbiota diversity in women with PCOS.
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