Incidence of polycystic ovaries and androgen serum levels in women with borderline personality disorder.

Obesity, increased visceral fat and disturbed glucose metabolism have been found in borderline personality disorder (BPD) patients. These conditions are often associated with disturbed androgen metabolism. Elevated androgens in women are related to polycystic ovaries (PCO) and might have an impact on psychopathology.

Impaired sexual function in patients with borderline personality disorder is determined by history of sexual abuse.

Introduction: Patients suffering from a Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) display altered sexual behavior, such as sexual avoidance or sexual impulsivity, which has repeatedly been linked to the sexual traumatization that occurs in a high percentage of BPD patients. Until now, no empirical data exists on whether these patients concomitantly suffer from sexual dysfunction.

Aim: This study investigates sexual function and the impact of sexual traumatization on this issue in women with BPD as compared to healthy women.