Prevalence, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Evaluation of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Pcos), and Health-Related Practices Among Nursing Students in Selected Colleges, Dharmapuri

Abstract

Introduction: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, negatively impacting metabolism, reproductive health, the endocrine system, and mental well-being.. The symptoms associated with excess androgen and irregular menstrual cycles greatly affect the quality of life for women who have PCOS.

Objective: There is a lack of information regarding the clinical evaluation and assessment of PCOS and health-related practices among female nursing students. This research sought to estimate the prevalence, clinical evaluation, assessment, and health-related practices of nursing students concerning PCOS.

Methods: Using a self-administered questionnaire in English languages, a descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among Dharmapuri female nursing students. All the data were reported using descriptive statistics.

Results: The results of this study show that less than 10% of female nursing students have been diagnosed with PCOS; however, data suggests a rising prevalence of its symptoms, with more than half exhibiting poor health-related behaviors.

Conclusion: The findings from this study reveal that fewer than 10% of female nursing students have received a diagnosis of PCOS, yet data indicates a growing occurrence of its symptoms, with over half displaying inadequate health-related behaviors. As a result, it is important to develop educational initiatives that inform nursing students about the symptoms and consequences of PCOS. Furthermore, it is advisable for these students to have an annual check-up with a gynecologist to improve their health.