Polycystic Ovaries And Associated Biochemical Features In Medical Students Of The Women Medical College In Haryana

Authors

  • Deepika Kataria BPS GMC for Women, Khanpur Kalan, Sonepat, Haryana
  • Monika BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana
  • Babita Rani BPS GMC for Women, Khanpur Kalan Sonepat
  • Renu Garg BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana
  • Rajiv Mahindru BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana
  • S. K. Jha BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana
  • Chiranjeev BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/z8s3xn97

Keywords:

PCOS, Hyperandrogenism, Adolescence, Risk factors

Abstract

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogenous endocrinal disorder and one of the leading causes of infertility worldwide. Its diagnosis is based on abnormalities of the reproductive system, hyperandrogenism and persistent anovulation after exclusion of primary diseases of the ovaries and adrenal and pituitary glands.

Methods: This Cross – sectional study was conducted among 362 MBBS students of a government medical college in Haryana chosen by simple random sampling. After taking written consent, interview was conducted. Categorical variables were presented in the form of frequency and proportions while continuous variables as mean and standard deviation.

Results:  Prevalence of PCOS among the study population was 15.74%. The mean age of onset of PCOS was 21.32 ± 1.35 years. Significant risk factors for PCOS were family h/o, drug intake for any illness, testosterone, DHEAS values, thyroid profile, Ultrasonography (USG) findings, BMI and Menstrual Irregularity with p-value < 0.005.

Conclusion: PCOS is an emerging disorder that has been linked to a number of health issues, including obesity, anovulation and irregular menstruation. Age-related increases in PCOS prevalence and symptoms highlight the necessity for a multidisciplinary approach to early detection of this condition.

Author Biographies

  • Deepika Kataria, BPS GMC for Women, Khanpur Kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

    Senior Resident, Department of Community Medicine

  • Monika, BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

    Intern student

  • Babita Rani, BPS GMC for Women, Khanpur Kalan Sonepat

    Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine

  • Renu Garg , BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

    Professor & Head, Dept. of Biochemistry

  • Rajiv Mahindru , BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

    Professor & Head, Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynaecology 

  • S. K. Jha, BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

    Professor & Head, Department of Community Medicine

  • Chiranjeev, BPS GMC for women, Khanpur kalan, Sonepat, Haryana

    Professor & Head, Dept. of Radiodiagnosis

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2025-01-07

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Polycystic Ovaries And Associated Biochemical Features In Medical Students Of The Women Medical College In Haryana. (2025). Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, 16(1), 169-175. https://doi.org/10.37506/z8s3xn97