Diamonde Gibbons-Hollie
Mr. Armani
PCOS thesis paper
Eng 110- 11am
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome I myself have struggled with issues for years before I was diagnosed correctly. PCOS can affect many different things in women going from producing male hormones to the inability to conceive. I found that research is becoming more descriptive and in depth as time goes on. Researchers are still looking into PCOS and are still working on what may be the real cause of PCOS. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a heath disorder that affects females, and is a more common disorder in women than most people realize.
What cause polycystic Ovarian Syndrome? “Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogeneous hormone-imbalance disorder that occurs in
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What is a cyst? A cyst is a sac or bubble that is filled with fluid. Some cyst can be uncomfortable and cause extensive pain when they rupture, however in this instant and in most cases they are not harmful to the body and once ruptured the pain normally ends. What are some of the symptoms caused by PCOS? Some of the most common symptoms are missed or irregular periods, meaning you can go months at a time without having a menstrual cycle, also many small cysts form in and on their ovaries. According to the PCOS fact sheet, ’infertility (inability to get pregnant) because of not ovulating, is the most common cause of female infertility”. Since the body produces these male hormones it can cause women to have (”Hirsutism”) excessive body and facial hair on the toes and knuckles that face, back and stomach. Weight is also a struggle for females causing extra weight in the torso area or even more serious causing obesity. “Studies abroad have reported that the prevalence of obesity in women with PCOS is quite high sometimes as high as 80%.”(Sen) PCOS, is one of the most common endocrine disorders in women PCOS can aid and cause depression and anxiety because of the hormonal imbalance. Some of the symptoms can be less serious like acne, balding and “excess flaps of skin in the armpits or neck area”, but the symptoms can lead to other
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogeneous collection of signs and symptoms that together for a spectrum disorder with a mild presentation in some but a severe in others. The pathophysiology of PCOS appears to be multifactorial and polygenic. (Fox, 2011)
The two most common are Cushing Syndrome and Amenorrhea. “Cushing syndrome occurs when your body is expose to high levels of the hormone cortisol for a long time.” (Mayo Staff Clinic, 2016, p.1) There are several symptoms that Cushing Syndrome shares with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Some of the symptoms are: weight gain, acne, hirsutism and/or irregular or absent menstrual periods. Evidently, the two diseases share similar symptoms. Another disease that shares similarities with PCOS is Amenorrhea. It is when one or more menstrual cycles are missed or the absence of menstruations. Some of the symptoms are: hair loss, excess facial hair and acne. Amenorrhea, also,
According to PubMed Health, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which women possess abnormally high level of male hormones. The high hormone levels lead to risks of irregular or absent menstrual cycles, insulin resistance, ovarian cysts, issues related to the circulatory system, obesity, heart disease, diabetes and etc. Symptoms differ between each woman therefore, despite research data collected showing that PCOS affects 5-10% of women between the age of 18-44, there are many women who live their lives unaware that they have PCOS. The most common symptoms include: absences of ovulation, high levels of androgen present, and abnormal hair growth. The cause of PCOS is still unknown as more research is much-needed to better understand the disorder.
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition that affects many different parts of the body, not just the ovaries. The list of ailments associated with polycystic ovary syndrome is long, ranging from skin tags, dark skin patches, and hirsutism (male patterned hair growth) to liver disease, obesity, and insulin resistance. The symptoms that contribute to infertility are irregular menstrual cycles, an
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome also known as Stein-Leventhal Syndrome, occurs in 5% to 10% of women and is one of the causes of infertility. PCOS is observed by ultrasound as a number of small cysts on a woman’s ovary, and it’s
Imagine a syndrome that can cause you, or a woman you know, to be infertile, depressed, anxious, obese, or hirsute, along with many others. Polycystic ovary syndrome can cause all of these issues in a woman who is affected by the condition. If it is not treated properly or on time, it could lead to other serious medical issues that could even be life threatening. Polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS, is not a commonly known syndrome and many women affected by it are not diagnosed or treated for it. PCOS is a major medical problem that is affecting five to ten percent of the female population in the U.S. and many more across the globe (American Diabetes Association, 2014). This syndrome must become better known in the near future so that women with PCOS can take better control and care of their own body.
Polycystic ovary syndrome also called PCOS or Polycystic ovaries is a hormonal diorder that causes enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges. PCOS affects the endocrine system.
Women, ever wonder what all you inherited from your parents? One condition that women can inherit is polycystic ovarian syndrome. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a complex genetic condition common among women, especially those in reproductive ages. Polycystic ovary syndrome is defined as ovarian dysfunction with polycystic ovaries (Goodarzi et al., 2011). I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) at the age of twelve. It was hard for me to understand at that age what was truly going on with my body, so I just listened to the doctors and did what they said. So, I did this research to learn more about PCOS and learn how I can prevent long term consequences from occurring. This research includes what PCOS is and the symptoms seen with it, causes, how to diagnose it, prevention, treatment and long-term consequences if not treated. The biggest
The purpose of this paper is to discus the etiology, symptoms, diagnoses and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome is also known as PCOS. Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common endocrine disorder found in women of the reproductive age. First identified in 1935, polycystic ovary syndrome is diagnosed by the presence of polycystic ovaries, menstrual irregularities, and clinical or biochemical hyperandrogegism. “Symptoms of PCOS include changes in the menstrual cycle, such as: Not getting a period after you have had one or more normal ones during puberty (secondary amenorrhea), Irregular periods that may come and go, and be very light to very heavy. Other symptoms of PCOS include: Extra body hair that grows on the chest, belly, face, and around the nipples. Acne on the face, chest, or back, and skin changes, such as dark or thick skin markings and creases around the armpits, groin, neck,
“According to Mayo Clinic Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine system disorder that affects women of reproductive age. Women who have PCOS may have enlarged ovaries that contain small collections of fluid located in each ovary that can be seen during an ultrasound exam” (Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)). PCOS is characterized by a few symptoms including but not limited to a fluctuating menstrual cycle, acne and excessive weight just to name a few. Many women who are diagnosed with this disorder often find out in their adolescent years, which is when the fluctuating menstruation cycles usually start. Right now, there is no known reason of how PCOS develops or what causes it. The best way to control PCOS and keep symptoms minimal
PCOS is a condition that creates small cysts on a woman's ovaries. In many instances, these cysts are developed because a woman's hormones are out of balance. The symptoms that women face when they have PCOS will vary. For example, some women may develop acne or have trouble maintaining a healthy weight.
In 1942, Fuller Albright first described POI when he reported a syndrome of amenorrhea, estrogen deficiency, and menopausal FSH levels in young women [2]. Subsequent investigators used the terms premature menopause, primary or premature ovarian failure and hypergonadotropic hypogonadism or amenorrhea. However, since half of the women with POI have intermittent ovarian function and also the terms premature ovarian failure and premature menopause are more stigmatizing, Albright’s original terminology is considered more accurate and hence the term POI is currently used. Based on a retrospective chart review of 1858 women with normal female karyotype, POI affects 1 in 10,000 US women by age 20 years, 1 in 1000 by age 30 years, and 1 in 100 by age
Only women not pursuing pregnancy are outlined in this module. PCOS is one of the most common causes of women infertility but it is also treatable.11 For overweight or obese women with PCOS pursuing pregnancy, weight loss is suggested prior to initiating ovulation induction therapy.11 The details of medications, surgery and IVF options are not discussed here.
Increased androgen hormone levels within the body can negatively affect the normal ovulation process and cause fluid-filled cysts to form on the ovaries. PCOS prevents ovarian egg release during the menstrual cycle, which causes infertility in women with this condition. Additional symptoms of PCOS include pelvic pain, acne, oily skin, hair loss or excessive hair growth on the body or face. Currently, there is no cure for PCOS but hormone therapy can help regulate your menstrual cycle or clear up your skin.
There is one dream that every little girl has when growing up, that is becoming a mother; to love and watch her children grow. No one ever dreams of that not happening to them or being part of that group being label as infertile. It happens to millions of women living in the United States every day. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is the most common endocrine disease that affects women of reproductive age, which is typically puberty to menopause. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome does not only affect a woman’s ovaries and chances of conceiving, but it affects the whole endocrine system in the body. It can cause Excess Androgen Production, Insulin Resistant, Obesity, Hirsute and Cardiovascular problems.