Differences in Reproductive Health Issues in Adolescent Females With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Compared to Controls

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder of adolescents and women. PCOS is associated with adverse outcomes including infertility, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular events and endometrial carcinoma. While evidence has shown that PCOS negatively impacts health related quality of life, adolescents also are concerned about their reproductive potential. Little is known about reproductive health behaviors, including patterns of sexual activity, condom use, contraceptive use, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and pregnancy, among adolescents with PCOS compared to adolescents without the condition.
Source: Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Source Type: research