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Polycystic ovary syndrome and its impact on women’s quality of life: More than just an endocrine disorder
Authors Brady, Mousa, Mousa SA
Published 3 February 2009 Volume 2009:1 Pages 9—15
DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/DHPS.S4388
Review by Single anonymous peer review
Peer reviewer comments 8
Christine Brady, Shaymaa S Mousa, Shaker A Mousa
The Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Albany, NY, USA
Abstract: In the past, polycystic ovary syndrome has been looked at primarily as an endocrine disorder. Studies now show that polycystic ovary syndrome is a metabolic, hormonal, and psychosocial disorder that impacts a patient’s quality of life. It is extremely important to holistically treat these patients early on to help them deal with the emotional stress that is often overlooked with polycystic ovary syndrome. Early diagnosis and long term management can help control polycystic ovary syndrome so that women can still live a healthy active life and avoid long-term complications such as metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular diseases.
Keywords: polycystic ovary syndrome, quality of life, sexual satisfaction, infertility, psychological distress, hirsutism, metabolic syndrome
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