The role of stress in PCOS

摘要: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrinopathy affecting remarkable proportion of premenopausal women. Different studies have shown that stress widely encountered in women with PCOS. Areas covered: As PCOS multifaceted disorder, 'stress' incorporates different translations. We performed literature review, focusing on the most recent data, regarding multipotent role syndrome. Expert commentary: Stress believed to be an important component It encompasses definitions are all equivalent, like metabolic, inflammatory, oxidative and emotional stress. However, type distinguishes metabolic becomes evident early life constitutes pathophysiological heart Metabolic along other types progenitors severe long-term health implications, which exacerbate further reproductive, psychological derangements syndrome, leading endless cycle chronic illness.