Diagnosis and treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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چکیده
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a hormonal disturbance that results in a collection of symptoms and has wide-ranging health implications. There is evidence that it may run in families, and it is associated with the development of type 2 diabetes and recurrent miscarriage. Diagnosis involves eliminating other potential conditions, while treatment aims to manage individual symptoms rather than provide a cure.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Nursing times
دوره 101 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005