Barriers to treatment regimen adherence in Indian women with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women of the reproductive age group. Its treatment regimen comprises medication and lifestyle modifications. However, non-adherence to the treatment regimen is the most commonly faced problem among women due to various barriers, resulting in complications like insulin resistance, hyperlipidemia, obesity, and infertility.