ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2022
A Global Survey of Ethnic Indian Women Living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Co-Morbidities, Concerns, Diagnosis Experiences, Quality of Life, and Use of Treatment Methods.
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- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome prevalence and associated sociodemographic risk factors: a study among young adults in Delhi NCR, India.Reproductive health · 2025Pooled it
- Depression and anxiety among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in global women's health · 2025Pooled it
- The Association of Trait Emotional Intelligence with Perceived Stress, Body Image and Quality of Life in Indian Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-sectional Study.Annals of neurosciences · 2026Article
- Living with PCOS: A Narrative of its Biology, Diagnosis, and Evolving Treatment.Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets · 2026Review
- Analysis of factors influencing polycystic ovary syndrome in women of reproductive age based on directed acyclic graphs.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- The role of meditation and mindfulness in the management of polycystic ovary syndrome: a scoping review.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2024Article
- Use of traditional and complementary medicine by ethnic Indian women living with polycystic ovary syndrome: a global survey.BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrinopathy that is highly prevalent in women of Indian ethnicity. Clinical practice guidelines do not adequately consider ethnic-cultural differences in the diagnosing and care of women with PCOS. This study aimed to understand co-morbidities, key concerns, quality of life (QoL), and diagnosis experiences of ethnic Indian women living with PCOS.
methodsGlobal online survey of ethnic Indian women of reproductive age living with PCOS.
resultsRespondents (
conclusionsEthnic Indian women experience early onset of PCOS symptoms and delay in seeking professional help. Timely diagnosis, providing cultural-specific education related to lifestyle and weight management, and improving psycho-emotional support are key areas that should be addressed in clinical practice and future research.
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