The psychosocial experience of women with PCOS--a case control study.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting 5-10% of women. It is characterised by androgenisation and anovulation, with sufferers being at increased risk of metabolic problems such as noninsulin dependent diabetes mellitus and dyslipidaemia. An increased risk of cardiovascular disease is speculated. Clinically, sufferers may experience acne, obesity, hirsutism and/or male pattern baldness.
Esler
Danielle M
DM
Public Health Unit/Ourimbah Campus, North Sydney Central Coast Area Health Service, New South Wales.
Travers
Cheryl Anne
CA
Guttikonda
Kamala
K
Dixon
Andrew
A
Lewis
Peter R
PR
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D016022:Case-Control Studies; D005260:Female; D006306:Health Surveys; D006801:Humans; D007407:Interviews as Topic; D008875:Middle Aged; D009517:New South Wales; D011085:Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000523:psychology*; D012944:Social Support