Health-related quality of life in Iranian women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a qualitative study

Taghavi, Seyed Abdolvahab; Bazarganipour, Fatemeh; Hugh‐Jones, Siobhan; Hosseini, Narges

doi:10.1186/s12905-015-0272-4

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“…Having a chronic course, PCOS has a negative impact on the quality of life over years. Moreover, PCOS may occur concurrently with hyperandrogenism, hyperinsulinemia, and glucose intolerance, leading to conditions such as infertility, recurrent spontaneous abortions, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, coronary atherosclerosis, endometrial hyperplasia, and endometrial cancer [1][2][3][4].…”

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Increased oxidative stress is associated with insulin resistance and infertility in polycystic ovary syndrome

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Objectives: The present study aims to investigate the role of oxidant-antioxidant status in young women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Material and methods:Seventy-one women with PCOS and 53 healthy controls are compared in aspect of demographic characteristics, biochemical data, hormones, and oxidant-antioxidant status. Results:The PCOS group had significantly lower zinc, higher malondialdehyde and gluthathione peroxidase and lower serum catalase levels than the control group (p = 0.016, p < 0.001, p = 0.043 and p = 0.025 respectively). The PCOS patients with IR had significantly higher malondialdehyde, lower catalase and serum zinc levels than the PCOS patients without IR (p = 0.015, p = 0.010, p = 0.001 respectively). The infertile PCOS patients had significantly higher malondialdehyde, lower catalase and serum zinc levels than the fertile PCOS patients Conclusions:The patients with PCOS are under oxidative stress and this oxidative stress seems to be the highest in patients with IR and with infertility. Despite the prominent increase in the oxidative stress, there was a variation in the antioxidant response.

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“…For example, in one study, 14 % of women suffering from PCOS reported suicidal ideation. 8 In present study, all the participants rated an improvement in overall well-being and quality of life.…”

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“…Menstrual irregularities have consequences on women's intimate relations, cultural and social concerns and other aspects of their reproductive and general health.8 Studies in different cultural settings have suggested that menstrual problems are one of the greatest concerns reported by women suffering from PCOS. 8 An overall improvement in menstrual health at the end of this program is definitely a positive step towards improving the quality of life in women diagnosed with PCOS.…”

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Holistic approach in the management of PCOS: a pilot study of an online PCOS-reversal program

Mehta

Jayaraman²,

Agarwal³

2018

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol

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Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex disorder that can be managed but not permanently cured. Each woman has her own PCOS symptoms and its own root causes. A number of medications are prescribed to women with PCOS. However, a holistic approach could be the best way forward in managing a disease as complex as PCOS. Authors conducted this pilot study called the Sepalika 5-petal PCOS reversal program which consisted of individualized diet plans, magnet acutherapy, fitness regimens, dietary supplements and herbal products to evaluate whether these interventions improve PCOS symptoms, insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism.Methods: A total of 30 patients were recruited online from all parts of India using the PCOS symptom quiz. Various baseline investigations were performed at recruitment. They were suggested personalized diet plans, followed by exercise videos, magnetic acutherapy and herbal and micronutrient supplements. The program spanned over a period of 90 days and patients outlook and quality of life were also assessed at the end of the program.Results: The main goal of most participants was improvement in weight and energy issues, and regularization of periods. Each of these goals were achieved in all participants of the program. Patient-reported outcomes showed a definite improvement in the quality of life of the participants at the end of 90 days.Conclusions: PCOS is a physical - sexual, psychological and social syndrome; therefore, it is necessary to taking a more holistic approach to patient care beyond treating physical symptoms. Larger studies with more objective and subjective endpoints is the way forward.

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“…Amiri, Tehrani, Esmailzadeh, Tohidi, Azizi and Basirat in 2018 [9] calculated the relationship between PCOS and Sexual function and found that 45.75% of the PCOS women met the criteria for sexual dysfunction. The literature suggests that the physical, medical and psychological symptoms of PCOS significantly affect the quality of life and satisfaction with life of such women [10,11,12,13].…”

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Depression, Sexual Functioning and the Life Satisfaction of Pakistani Women with and without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Shakil¹,

Wajid²,

Ashraf³

2020

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Background: One hormonal disorder, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been frequently diagnosed in Pakistani women of reproductive age in the last few years. This study was carried out to determine whether there were any differences in the levels of depression, sexual function and/or life satisfaction of Pakistani women with and without PCOS related to their demographic situation. It was hypothesized that significant differences would be identified. Method:A sample of 126 women of reproductive age between 18 -45 years [63 diagnosed with PCOS by their gynaecologist (Mage = 27.86, SD = 4.58) and 63 not suffering from any hormonal or reproductive issues (Mage = 27.89, SD = 3.92)] was selected through purposive and convenient sampling techniques respectively from Lahore, Pakistan. The participants responded to a Self-Developed Demographic Information Form, Siddiqui Shah Depression (SSDS), Life Satisfaction Scale (LS) and Female Sexual Functioning Index (FSFI). Results: A cross sectional study design with 2× 3 (age × Education), MANOVA was carried out and the analysis revealed significant differences between the variables in relation to the demographic situation of the sample women with/without PCOS. Conclusion: This research adds to Pakistan's health psychology literature on the phenomena researched. Future research endeavours in this understudied research area are also suggested. Background The hormonal disorders polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is very common and has been frequently diagnosed in Pakistani women of reproductive age for the last few years. Women with this condition have prolonged, irregular or painful menstruation cycles along with increased androgen levels. Polycystic ovaries mostly develop a number of small collections of fluid i.e. follicles which can result in enlarged ovaries, reducing their ability to release eggs, leading to fertility issues. The signs of PCOS develop with the first menstrual cycle during puberty and usually stay undetected. However, other symptoms develop after weight gain [1].The exact aetiology of this disorder is not yet known; however, its treatment along with weight reduction is said to limit the risk of long-term complications, including diabetes and heart disease. The

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Health-related quality of life in Iranian women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a qualitative study

Cited by 27 publications

References 19 publications

Increased oxidative stress is associated with insulin resistance and infertility in polycystic ovary syndrome

Increased oxidative stress is associated with insulin resistance and infertility in polycystic ovary syndrome

Holistic approach in the management of PCOS: a pilot study of an online PCOS-reversal program

Depression, Sexual Functioning and the Life Satisfaction of Pakistani Women with and without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

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