Obesity and menstrual disorders
Obese women often present with oligomenorrhoea, amenorrhoea or irregular periods. The association between obesity and heavy menstrual bleeding is not well documented and data on its prevalence are limited. While…
Recurrent pregnancy loss and obesity
Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) was defined as two or more miscarriages. Antiphospholipid syndrome, uterine anomalies, and parental chromosomal abnormalities, particularly translocation and abnormal embryonic karyotype, are identifiable causes of RPL….
Metabolic syndrome and infertility in men
Metabolic syndrome is a compilation of symptoms including central obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and hypertension. Initially used to predict cardiovascular disease, it is now clear that the molecular and physiologic…
Female Obesity and Infertility
Infertility affects one in seven couples, and its rate is on the increase. Ovulatory defects and unexplained causes account for >50% of infertile aetiologies. It is postulated that a significant…
Polycystic ovaries and obesity
Almost 50% of the women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are obese. Obesity in PCOS affects reproduction via various mechanisms. Hyperandrogenism, increased luteinizing hormone (LH) and insulin resistance play a…
Gynaecological issues affecting the obese adolescent
The implications of obesity in childhood and adolescence resonate into adulthood and have implications at different levels that include psychosocial and health issues that impact beyond reproductive performance. This chapter…
Contraception and sexual health in obese women
As the proportion of women with obesity increases worldwide, understanding the influence of body weight on sexual behavior, fertility, and contraceptive effectiveness is critical for health-care professionals and patients. Although…
Obesity in Gynaecology – Multiple Choice Answers for Vol. 29, No. 4
1. a) T b) T c) T d) F e) T It is recommended to increase the angle of insertion up to 90 degrees as the fatty layer of the…
Maternal Medicine – Multiple Choice Questions for Vol 29, No. 5
1. Which of the following is/are correct concerning diabetes and pregnancy? a) Diabetes mellitus is the commonest pre-existing medical condition of pregnancy b) Outcomes are equally poor in type 1…
Depression during Pregnancy
A proportion of women enter pregnancy with active psychiatric symptoms or disorders, with or without concomitant psychotropic medication. Studies report that exposure to untreated depression and stress during pregnancy may…
