Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide

    June 2025 in “ IntechOpen eBooks ”
    Ömer Tammo
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    TLDR PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that causes various symptoms and health risks, requiring personalized treatment.
    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age, characterized by hormonal imbalances such as elevated androgen levels, leading to symptoms like menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, acne, and androgenic alopecia. It also poses risks for metabolic issues like insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, as well as psychological effects including anxiety and depression. Diagnosis is based on the Rotterdam criteria, requiring at least two of three features: oligo- or anovulation, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries. Management involves lifestyle changes, pharmacological treatments, and assisted reproductive technologies for fertility issues, with a comprehensive, individualized approach considering genetic, environmental, and ethnic factors.
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