Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

The increase in androgens levels in women results in heavy periods or no menstrual periods, pelvic pain, excess facial and body hair, difficulty in getting pregnant, acne, etc. This set of symptoms may be termed as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and affects between 2-20% of women between the ages of 18 and 44. Some of the conditions associated with PCOS are obesity, Type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, mood disorders, heart disease, etc. It occurs due to genetic and environmental factors. It is diagnosed through an ultrasound based on high androgen levels, presence of ovarian cysts and lack of ovulation. PCOS has no known cure, but can be treated with certain lifestyle changes such as exercise and weight loss. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about polycystic ovary syndrome. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the core aspects of the causative factors and consequences of polycystic ovary syndrome as well as the interventions aimed at its management. It will help the readers in keeping pace with the rapid changes in this field.