Polycystic ovarian syndrome: an under-recognised problem?
- Resource Type
- journal article
- Authors
- Hillman, Sarah C; Dale, Jeremy
- Source
- British Journal of General Practice; 2018, Vol. 68 Issue 670, p244-244, 1p
- Subject
- POLYCYSTIC ovary syndrome
DISEASE prevalence
PSYCHOLOGICAL distress
HEALTH promotion
GENERAL practitioners
DIAGNOSIS
- Language
- ISSN
- 09601643
The article reflects on the importance of diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Topics discussed include increase in prevalence of PCOS by following Rotterdam criteria; considering more awareness of the symptoms and for diagnosis by general practitioners; and high levels of distress after diagnosis of PCOS.