Ovarian laziness is the most common endocrine disease in young women

According to the public relations report of Jihad University، Dr. Hossein Samdanifard, a specialist in endocrine and metabolism and a member of the specialized team of Ibn Sina Infertility Treatment Center, said about the metabolic complications of this syndrome: "Polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common endocrine and hormonal disease in young women, which, in addition to fertility, also affects the body's metabolic system. "It is effective because it is usually associated with obesity and insulin resistance."

Dr. Samdanifard explained about insulin resistance: "Insulin is a hormone that causes blood sugar (glucose) to enter the cells to supply energy. Sometimes, for some reason, including polycystic ovary syndrome, muscle, fat, and liver cells may not be able to respond properly to insulin, that is, they may not be able to absorb or store glucose from the blood. Therefore, the pancreas is forced to produce more insulin to overcome the increase in blood glucose levels. This condition is called insulin resistance, and its persistence can lead to increased blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) and, over time, to prediabetes and type 2 diabetes."

The expert team member of Ibn Sina Infertility Treatment Center further explained: "The risk of metabolic complications such as pre-diabetes and diabetes is much higher in women with polycystic ovary syndrome who are obese.

 These complications may appear both in youth and in the future. Therefore, it is necessary for women with this syndrome to be screened for blood sugar levels, and we definitely request fasting blood sugar and three-month C1 A blood sugar test for clients."

Referring to metabolic syndrome as another possible complication of polycystic ovary syndrome, he said: "Metabolic syndrome is a disorder with complications such as large abdominal circumference, increased blood triglyceride levels, decreased HDL levels, high blood pressure, and increased blood sugar in the range of pre-diabetes." Accompanied.

 "Metabolic syndrome is one of the risks that women with polycystic ovary syndrome, especially those who are overweight, may face now and in the future."

Dr. Samdanifared said about the control of these complications: "We usually prescribe metformin to patients with polycystic ovary syndrome, which is a safe and uncomplicated drug that helps prevent diabetes and improve metabolism in these patients."

 Also, this drug can help improve hormonal disorders. But more important than drug treatment is lifestyle modification. "Many of these complications can be prevented if women with PCOS adopt a healthy lifestyle, that is, eat a low-calorie diet, lose weight, and exercise regularly."

A member of the specialized team of the Ibn Sina Infertility Treatment Center noted at the end: "As mentioned, in polycystic ovary syndrome, lifestyle modification is more effective than any treatment. Weight loss in overweight or obese women, even a few kilograms, is very helpful.

 Also, healthy eating, which means reducing the consumption of simple carbohydrates, saturated fats and foods and drinks containing artificial sugar and increasing the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables can be very helpful.

In addition, young women should add regular exercise to their daily schedule. We recommend at least thirty minutes of aerobic exercise, five days a week, or thirty minutes of non-aerobic or endurance exercise, such as light dumbbells, three days a week. These changes can help improve the metabolic complications of this syndrome as well as improve the hormonal disorders and fertility of these women.

Translator: Parinaz Nosrati