The relationship between lifestyle and the frequency of polycystic ovary syndrome in Saudi female residing in Riyadh

Abstract

Background: Polycystic Ovary Disorder (PCOS) is perceived as the most widely recognized endocrinopathy in reproductive women. This study aimed to assess the relationship between the lifestyle and frequency of polycystic ovary syndrome in Saudi Arabia.Methods: This is a case-control study conducted on females at princess Nourah University (PNU), King Fahad Medical City (KFMC) and malls in Riyadh city, Saudi Arabia. The study included females in the reproductive age including 401 controls and 122 PCOS cases.Results: History of pregnancy related disorders was higher among the PCOS women in comparison to controls, while abortion represented the highest percentage in both cases and controls. Family history of polycystic ovary syndrome was doubled in cases than controls. There was significant increase in the percentage of hypothyroidism and hyperlipidemia in polycystic ovary syndrome patients (P <0.001). Snoring, use of oral contraceptives, high prolactin level, incidence of menorrhagia and urinary tract infection were significantly higher in cases than controls (P <0.001). In addition, there was no difference between controls and polycystic ovary syndrome cases regarding their dietary intake. On the other hand, physical activity was significantly higher in controls compared to polycystic ovary syndrome group.Conclusions: This study supports previous studies that revealed a relation between polycystic ovary syndrome and endocrinological disorders such as hypothyroidism, hyperprolactinemia, and obesity. On the other hand, there is no relation between dietary intake and PCOS, however exercising regularly can decrease the possibility of having the disease.

A cross sectional study of polycystic ovarian syndrome among pharmacy students

“…The congestion theory suggested that the lesion was the result of pressure, partial torsion, or other interruption in circulatory flow to the ovary. Finally, the dystrophy theory proposed that the abnormalities were caused by modifications or abnormalities in the nutrition of the ovary [1] .…”

“…This cross sectional study investigates the pattern of physical activity, daily dietary intake, the frequency of PCOS symptoms and other previously diagnosed diseases in normal women with and those having PCOS. It aimed to identify the possible unproven risk factors in relation to the disease as well as to estimate the level of general knowledge about PCOS in students [1] .…”

“…Polycystic ovarian syndrome [PCOS] is a common disorder, often complicated by chronic an ovulatory infertility and hyperandrogenism with the clinical manifestation of oligomenorrhoea, hirsutism and acne. It is recognized as the most common endocrinopathy in reproductive women, frequently becomes manifest during adolescence [1] . Most women with PCOS are also overweight or obese, further enhancing androgen secretion while impairing metabolism and reproductive functions and possibly favoring the development of the PCOS phenotype [2] .…”

“…PCOS can be inherited from either the mother's or father's side. Ultrasonography is one of the main investigations that helps in the differential diagnosis and may demonstrate the polycystic ovaries that have recently been vetted as an alternative to oligoanovulation as a diagnostic criterion [1] . Lifestyle modification (LSM) programs, comprising diet and/or physical activity, are recommended for high-risk patients (prediabetic) to delay the onset of adult type 2 diabetes, one of the most serious complications of PCOS.…”

Knowledge of polycystic ovary syndrome among females in Al- Qunfudah governorate, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional community-based study

“…The syndrome of polycystic ovary is one of the most widespread endocrinological diseases that involve women at childbearing age (Ibrahim et al, 2017). The exact cause behind PCOS is unfamiliar; however, studies submit that a complex feature appears at the time of puberty age (Roe andDokras, 2011).…”