EMPOWERING YOUTH: FOSTERING PCOD AWARENESS AMONGST STUDENTS IN SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES FOR BETTER HEALTH AND ENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE OF PATIENTS
*Lidiya Anna Kuriyan, Shalet Sara Shaji, Athul H., Jeeva Elizabeth Thomas and Dr. Sofy Binu
ABSTRACT
Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD), a prevalent hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age, typically manifests during adolescence, with symptoms fluctuating over time. It entails hormonal imbalances, irregular menstrual cycles, heightened androgen levels, and the formation of ovarian cysts. PCOD affects women across various age brackets, emphasizing the imperative of understanding the condition for effective management and minimizing its enduring consequences. These encompass insulin resistance, glucose intolerance, diabetes, cardiovascular ailments, and the potential development of endometrial malignancies.[1]
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