Genetic and Endocrinological Health Risks of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder predominantly affecting women hormone levels during their childbearing years. Clinical symptoms are diverse can be accompanied by hyperandrogenism, irregular/anovulation, infertility, weight gain, oily skin and increased metabolic risk diseases. Data from PCOS patients were collected in order to evaluate the prevalence of this hormonal disorder and to assess several risk factors associated with it. Moreover, our results revealed a significant altered relation with cortisol, LH and insulin hormones levels.