Hirsutism affects a significant proportion of women of reproductive age. The incidence of hirsutism is highly variable depending on location and ethnicity, being higher in those of African or Mediterranean origin. It affects self-confidence, image and the quality of life…
2.1 Introduction Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders in women of reproductive age. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) criteria, the prevalence of PCOS ranges between 6% and 10% and with utilisation…
1. Obesity among children, adolescents, and adults is set to be one of the most important public health concerns of the 21st century. 2. Over the last three decades, the incidence of obesity in childhood and adolescence has been a…
Clinical Keys for this Chapter ▪ Clinical practice in obstetrics and gynecology, based upon the principles of safe, ethical and value-based care, is facilitated by viewing wellness and sickness in the context of a life-course perspective. Effective clinical care of…
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Open full size image Key Abbreviations American Academy of Neurology AAN American Academy of Pediatrics AAP American Psychiatric Association APA Antiepileptic drugs AED Anorexia nervosa AN Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder ADHD Bipolar disorder BD Binge eating disorder BED Body mass index BMI…
Open full size image Key Abbreviations Acute respiratory distress syndrome ARDS Body mass index BMI Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC Central nervous system CNS Computed tomography CT Fluorescent treponemal antibody absorption FTA-ABS Group A streptococcus GAS Group B…
Open full size image Key Abbreviations Abacavir ABC Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome AIDS American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ACOG Antiretroviral ARV Antiretroviral therapy ART CC-chemokine receptor type 5 CCR5 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC Central nervous system CNS…