THE MULTIFACETED BURDEN OF PCOD: FROM REPRODUCTIVE DYSFUNCTION TO CARDIOMETABOLIC RISK IN ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG WOMEN

Author Name: Gamit Mahimakumari

Volume: 03/02

Country: India

DOI NO.: 11.2023-61555522 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/02.2026-93692368/GIJNR

Affiliation:

1. Nursing tutor, Department of OBG, College of nursing, Zydus Hospitals & Healthcare Research Pvt. Ltd, Anand.

ABSTRACT

A number of illnesses are gender-specific. Gynecological issues involve the disability in reproductive or the estrogen-controlled organs in the females. While a few of these feminine problems are curable, some may be chronic, or even fatal. Many of these disorders interfere with fertility. With the upsurge in the invasion of, and exposure to chemicals or synthetics, which are to large extent endocrine disruptors, the instances of hormonal disturbances in females are on a sharp rise. One of these commonly encountered reproductive and hormonal irregularities includes POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME.1 Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine pathology in females of reproductive age worldwide. Stein and Leventhal initially described the problem in 1935. The prevalence ranges between 5% and 26%. It is an enigmatic condition that, while extremely common, creates challenges in its diagnosis and management, as leading symptoms may vary with age, and treatment may be tailored to specific requirements of individual need.2 The disease is multifactorial and complex and, therefore, often difficult to diagnose due to overlapping symptoms. Multiple etiological factors have been implicated in PCOS. Due to the complex pathophysiology involving multiple pathways and proteins, single genetic diagnostic tests cannot be determined.

Key words: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; PCOS; Endocrine disorders; Hormonal imbalance; Reproductive health; Female infertility; Endocrine disruptors; Gynecological disorders; Metabolic abnormalities.