Using OPD-Based Counselling Room Approach to Inculcate a Feel Good Factor among Girls Tormented by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Symptoms
Journal Title: International Journal of Preventive, Curative & Community Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) prevalence is steeply rising. The reported prevalence among adolescents ranges from 9.13% to 36%. PCOS affects various body organs. The features of PCOS include oligomenorrhea/amenorrhea, hirsutism, alopecia, anovulation and polycystic ovaries. If not treated, it can increase the risk of infertility, diabetes, metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease. Obesity and overweight worsen the symptoms of PCOS women. Among PCOS women, obesity and overweight is reported to be 50%–70%. Research shows that physical health consequences of PCOS may result in psychological distress among women affected by the condition. It seriously compromises health-related quality of life of girls. The anxiety in life of PCOS women is mostly attributed to irregular menses, hirsutism and infertility. The influence of PCOS on quality of life is an issue that needs to be taken seriously. The psychological implications of this condition are underestimated and largely ignored.
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Ms. Ishwarpreet Kaur,
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- DOI 10.24321/2454.325X.201825
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