The association between polycystic ovarian disease and fibrocystic breast disease
Nadia Mohammed Saeed Nayyef Al-leeloo,
Shaymaa Mohammed Abbas Al-Ogaili
Abstract:Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a multifaceted endocrine disorder that affects approximately 5-10% of women of reproductive age, manifesting in a spectrum of symptoms including hyperandrogenism, menstrual irregularities, and infertility due to chronic anovulation. Notably characterized by insulin resistance and elevated serum luteinizing hormone (LH) levels, PCOS poses an increased risk for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Aim of the study: to investigate the association between pol… Show more
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