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- The study assessed how polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects the quality of life in women, involving 249 participants in Istanbul from October 2022 to July 2023.
- Findings showed significant relationships between PCOS, quality of life, age, and frequent weight loss diets, revealing that women with hormone imbalance and insulin resistance experienced the most significant impact on their quality of life, while those with menstrual irregularity and fatigue were less affected.
- The conclusion emphasizes the importance of addressing the negative effects of PCOS on women's quality of life, suggesting that healthcare professionals should create tailored care plans based on the collected evidence.
Article Abstract
Objective: The study evaluated the opinions of polycystic ovary syndrome on the life quality of women.
Methods: A total of 249 women with polycystic ovary syndrome participated in this descriptive study between October 2022 and July 2023 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Findings: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Quality of Life was significantly correlated with age (p=0.000) and frequent weight loss diets (p=0.000) (p<0.01). Among the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Quality of Life total score and polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms, those with hormone imbalance and insulin resistance had the highest mean scores, while those with menstrual irregularity and fatigue had the lowest.
Conclusion: Advancing age changes the quality of life of women with polycystic ovary syndrome. To prevent the negative impact of polycystic ovary syndrome on women's quality of life, it is recommended that health professionals develop effective care plans utilizing available evidence.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11068381 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/1806-9282.20231368 | DOI Listing |
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