Effect of body mass index (BMI) on phenotypic features of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in Singapore women: a prospective cross-sectional study.

Samantha A NeubronnerInthrani R IndranYiong Huak ChanAngelica Win Pa ThuEu-Leong Yong

Published in: BMC women's health (2021)

We observed an additive effect of body weight to increase hair growth in women with PCOS. Maximum mFG scores were present in PCOS women with high BMI. Such increases in mFG score may affect the self-esteem of women with PCOS.

Keyphrases

polycystic ovary syndrome
body mass index
body weight
insulin resistance
weight gain
physical activity
type diabetes
adipose tissue
pregnant women