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Impact of socio-economic status on poly cystic ovarian syndrome (A study at Anantapur district, Andra Pradesh.)

DOI : https://doi.org/10.36349/EASMS.2020.v03i01.005
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common female endocrine disorder with prevalence ranging from 2.2 to 26 percent among reproductive age women between 15 to 44 years with or without children. So the aim of the study is impact of socioeconomic status on polycystic ovarian syndrome among reproductive women. Material and Methods: A descriptive study was conducted among 60 reproductive age group women in rural areas of Bukkarayasamudram Mandal, Anantapuramu District. An interview schedule was used for data collection. A simple random sampling technique was used for selection of sample. Results: The results of the study population comprised of 60 reproductive age women. The majority of represents 30 (50 percent) are getting < Rs.10000 per month family income. The analysis of the symptoms experienced by PCOS women showed that 78.3 percent gained weight,82 percent experienced irregular bleeding,56 percent acne problems,64 percent pelvic pain,25 percent had metabolic disorders, a few represents 7.3 percent had infertility,36.7 percent had depression and anxiety, 65 percent hirsutism. Conclusion: The results of study revealed that women who belongs to low socioeconomic status in childhood are at increased risk of PCOS, but this risk is limited to who attain higher education. More research is needed to determine the childhood socioeconomic factors that might influence the risk of life style modifications associated with upward life mobility play a vital role on reproductive age group women with symptoms and diagnosis of PCOS.

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