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Source: Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area
An Increase in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Concerns Bay Area IVF Experts
Friday October 13, 1:26 pm ET
Obesity Epidemic Increasing Impact on Infertility of Both Sexes
SAN RAMON, Calif., Oct. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- In the last five years, infertility experts of the Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area have seen a significant increase in patients who faced obesity-related infertility and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), mirroring a national increase in the girth of Americans.
According to a CDC study released in Sept. 2006, 30 percent of U.S. adults 20 years of age and older -- over 60 million people -- are obese, almost double in the last 14 years. In 1991, no states had obesity prevalence rates at or above 20 percent, compared to 44 states in 2005.
The negative impact of the obesity epidemic on reproductive health is reflected in the increasing number of patients with PCOS, a misunderstood and often undiagnosed reproductive endocrine disorder that occurs in 5 percent of women. PCOS is one of the leading causes of infertility in women and obesity is one of its most common symptoms. Recent research from the National Institute of Health indicates that overweight males also face impaired fertility.
It is well known that obesity can complicate pregnancy and delivery, but "patients are often surprised to learn that there is an association between obesity and infertility," says Dr. Carmelo Sgarlata, reproductive endocrinologist at RSC. Body weight disorders are one of the first potential causes of reproductive failure in both men and women. PCOS, caused by a hormonal imbalance that sometimes prevents ovulation, is often overlooked because it tends to start in teenage years and many of the symptoms are common in puberty.
"When we see a patient with high Body Mass Index (BMI) it is an immediate signal to screen for PCOS. Fortunately, PCOS is highly treatable with weight loss and medication," he adds. "We are also concerned about women with PCOS because they are at greater risk for developing Type 2 diabetes, and possibly heart disease."
Twelve percent or more of infertile couples have deviations from their ideal body weight as the cause of their infertility. "We are committed to providing our patients with ample support and understanding to help them cope with difficult weight issues and their negative impact on reproductive function," says Dr. Sgarlata. "Most of our patients are successful in their weight management program and are able to achieve the healthy pregnancies they seek."
According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, more than 70 percent of women who are infertile as the result of body weight disorders will conceive spontaneously if their weight disorder is corrected through a weight-adjustment diet as appropriate. Medication is also efficacious in treatment support for PCOS and other weight-related infertility problems.
In addition to obesity, symptoms of PCOS can include ovarian cysts, absent or irregular menstrual periods, acne, high blood pressure and elevated insulin levels, according to the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association.
One in eight women of childbearing age had trouble getting pregnant or carrying a baby to term in 2002, according to the most recent research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Backgrounder on PCOS, Obesity, and Infertility follows
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Source: Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area
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来源：海湾地区生殖科学中心
An Increase in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Concerns Bay Area IVF Experts
Friday October 13, 1:26 pm ET
Obesity Epidemic Increasing Impact on Infertility of Both Sexes
IVF专家称弯区多囊卵巢综合症患者增多
10月13日，周五，13：26
肥胖患者增多导致两性不育
SAN RAMON, Calif., Oct. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- In the last five years, infertility experts of the Reproductive Science Center of the Bay Area have seen a significant increase in patients who faced obesity-related infertility and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), mirroring a national increase in the girth of Americans.
According to a CDC study released in Sept. 2006, 30 percent of U.S. adults 20 years of age and older -- over 60 million people -- are obese, almost double in the last 14 years. In 1991, no states had obesity prevalence rates at or above 20 percent, compared to 44 states in 2005.
SAN RAMON, Calif., 10月 13日 /PRNewswire/ --海湾地区生殖科学中心的不孕不育专家发现，在过去的五年里，肥胖相关的多囊卵巢综合征（PCOS)患者与日俱增，反应出美国人群腰围的增长。
2006年9月发表的一篇CDC研究表明，20岁以上的美国成人中，有30％（超过6000万）的人体形肥胖，在过去的14年里，这个数目几乎翻了一倍。1991年，各个州的肥胖现患率均未达到或超过20％，而2005年，有44个州达到了改水平。
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