Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

by Elsheikh, Mohgah; Murphy, Caroline

• ISBN13: 9780199213689
• ISBN10: 0199213682
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-03-15
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex condition relating to a hormone imbalance of the ovaries. It can cause irregular or absent menstrual cycles, reduced infertility, excess facial/body hair growth and an increased risk of diabetes. An estimated 10% of the adult female population -approximately 2 million of the 19 million adult women in Britain - are affected by PCOS. Written by a consultant endocrinologist and a dietician who run a PCOS clinic at a major teaching hospital in the UK, this book aims to help women better understand PCOS and manage their condition. The book comprises concise chapters offering practical advice on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis andtreatment of PCOS. The book also includes a useful section dedicated to weight management as well as a resource section including GI and calorie tables, and a list of helpful websites. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Facts is an invaluable resource that will empower women with PCOS with the knowledge to take control of their health and provide them with strategies to cope with their condition.

Table of Contents

About polycystic ovary syndrome
What is polycystic ovary syndrome?	p. 5
What causes polycystic ovary syndrome?	p. 9
What are the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome?	p. 17
What are the health risks associated with polycystic ovary syndrome?	p. 21
How is the diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome made?	p. 27
The treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome
Controlling insulin resistance	p. 35
Coping with stress	p. 43
Treatment of irregular or absent menstrual periods	p. 49
Treatment of subfertility	p. 57
Treatment of excess body hair	p. 67
Treatment of hair loss	p. 81
Treatment of acne	p. 89
Weight management in polycystic ovary syndrome
Before you begin to try to lose weight	p. 101
What should you be eating?	p. 111
The physics of weight loss	p. 121
Physical activity and weight management	p. 129
Preparing to lose weight	p. 135
Polycystic ovary syndrome, carbohydrates, and the glycaemic index	p. 143
Alternative dietary approaches	p. 151
Behavioural aspects of losing weight	p. 163
Your individual weight loss plan	p. 173
Treatment of obesity: the role of drugs and surgery	p. 183
Weight maintenance - the bit 'diets' don't tell you	p. 187
Glossary	p. 193
Appendices
Food and activity diary	p. 199
Progress chart	p. 200
Calories used up during various activities	p. 201
What's a portion?	p. 202
Calorie content of alcoholic drinks	p. 208
Relative glycaemic index of some common foods	p. 211
List of useful websites	p. 213
Index	p. 215
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