Contemplation On Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

    December 2022 in “ International journal of preventive, curative & community medicine ”
    Aanandhi VN
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    TLDR PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, causing symptoms like acne and irregular periods, and is managed with medication and lifestyle changes.
    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic disorder affecting 4-20% of women worldwide, with a 9.13% prevalence in South India according to a 2016 report. The condition is influenced by genetic factors, lifestyle choices, and obesity, leading to hormonal imbalances such as increased LH:FSH ratio, androgen excess, and insulin resistance. Symptoms include acne, hirsutism, alopecia, and irregular periods, among others. Diagnosis is based on criteria from organizations like the Rotterdam criteria, the Androgen Excess Society, and the AACE, focusing on anovulation, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries. Management involves medication such as oral contraceptives, insulin-sensitizing agents, and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
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