TLDR Stress greatly reduces the quality of life in women with PCOS-related infertility.
This study on 210 female infertility patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) found that stress significantly impacts their quality of life. Using the DASS-21 and mPCOSQ scales, a strong negative correlation (r = -0.861, p < 0.001) was observed between stress levels and quality of life scores. Infertility issues scored the lowest in quality of life domains, regardless of stress level. Additionally, factors such as income, BMI, acne, and hirsutism were significantly associated with quality of life (p < 0.05). The findings highlight the importance of addressing stress and these factors to improve the quality of life in infertile women with PCOS.
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