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Clinical and psychological correlates of quality-of-life in polycystic ovary syndrome

European Journal of Endocrinology · 2005 · Vol. 153(6) · pp. 853–860

Susanne Hahn(University of Duisburg-Essen)Onno E. Janßen✉(University of Duisburg-Essen)Susanne Tan(University of Duisburg-Essen)K Pleger(University of Duisburg-Essen)Klaus Mann(University of Duisburg-Essen)Manfred Schedlowski(ETH Zurich)Rainer Kimmig(University of Duisburg-Essen)Sven Benson(University of Duisburg-Essen)Efthimia Balamitsa(University of Duisburg-Essen)Sigrid Elsenbruch(University of Duisburg-Essen)

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Abstract

In PCOS, changes in appearance, particularly obesity and hirsutism, reduce physical dimensions of quality-of-life and decrease sexual satisfaction. The role of biochemical, endocrine and metabolic parameters as well as menstrual irregularities and infertility appeared to be less important. Clinicians should pay attention to the psychosocial dimensions of PCOS on an individual basis, regardless of symptom severity or treatment response.

Ovarian function and disorders Reproductive Biology and Fertility Reproductive Health and TechnologiesPolycystic ovaryInternal medicineEndocrinologyMedicineOvaryQuality of life (healthcare)PsychologyClinical psychologyPsychotherapistInsulin

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Acne VulgarisAdultAffective SymptomsBehavioral SymptomsFemaleHirsutismHumansInfertility, FemaleMenstruation DisturbancesMental HealthObesityPolycystic Ovary SyndromeQuality of LifeBody Mass Index

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