More than 50 per cent of Pakistani women suffer from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) after hitting their reproductive years.
PCOS is a hormonal condition that disrupts the process of ovulation, disturbing the menstrual cycle which consequently makes it difficult to conceive.
Gynaecologists from across the country participated in Pakistan’s First International PCOS Summit 2024, asserting on the importance of spreading awareness about the condition among girls at school and colleges since an estimated 70 per cent of women of reproductive age live with it without getting diagnosed due to lack of knowledge.
Dawn News reports that Prof. Dr. Rizwana Chaudhry pointed out that there is no remedy for PCOS, and its treatment is dependent on controlling symptoms and tackling possible complications. These include, as highlighted, “a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight management”.
The doctors cautioned that PCOS is a major health concern in Pakistan women, and that lack of diagnosis can result in emotional suffering because of “irregular periods, weight gain, infertility, and other symptoms”.
According to gynaecologist Prof. Saqib Siddiq, while there isn’t any conclusive cause behind PCOS, apart from genetic susceptibility, there are agents that can contribute to the condition which include “increased sugar intake, refined carbohydrates, and a lack of physical activity”.
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