Evaluating the Hormonal and Biochemical Markers in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Missan Province
August 2025
in “
Journal of Medical and Life Science
”
TLDR Women with PCOS in Missan Province have higher weight, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues.
A study conducted in Missan Province, Iraq, evaluated the prevalence and biochemical markers of PCOS among 150 married women, split into 75 with PCOS and 75 healthy controls. Women with PCOS showed significant differences, including higher body weight and BMI, with 52% overweight and 29.3% obese. Menstrual irregularities were common, with 72% experiencing irregular cycles and 57.3% oligomenorrhea. Clinical symptoms included hirsutism (81.3%), acne (56%), and alopecia (64%). Hormonal imbalances were evident with elevated testosterone, LH, and insulin levels. Metabolic issues included dyslipidemia and liver dysfunction, indicated by elevated cholesterol, triglycerides, ALT, and AST levels.