TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2015//
TI  - Mood disorders and quality of life in polycystic ovary syndrome
JO  - Gynecological endocrinology
A1  - Podfigurna-Stopa, Agnieszka
A1  - Luisi, Stefano
A1  - Regini, Cristina
A1  - Katulski, Krzysztof
A1  - Centini, Gabriele
A1  - Meczekalski, Blazej
A1  - Petraglia, Felice
SP  - 431
EP  - 434
VL  - 31
IS  - 6
N2  - Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 5-10% of the population of women. The exact etiology of PCOS remains unclear, but it is believed to result from complex interactions between genetic, behavioral and environmental factors. The spectrum of its symptoms such as hirsutism, skin problems, obesity and finally infertility has a huge negative impact on the individuals' psychological and interpersonal functioning. PCOS symptoms can lead to significant deterioration in quality of life and be highly stressful negatively affecting psychological well-being and sexuality. Fear symptoms like palpitation, being out of breath and tension might be caused by many somatic diseases. Moreover, detection and continuous thinking about illness can lead to significant negative impact on individual functioning in society. PCOS may be a factor potentially favoring the occurrence of mood disorders and depression. Biological, social and psychological consequences of PCOS among women of reproductive age are opening a new perspective on management of women's health in these patients.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0951-3590
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/09513590.2015.1009437
ID  - ref1
ER  -