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Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria

Authors: AJIKE Saratu , AGBANYIM Augusta , Akperi Toritseju

Publication Type: Journal article

Journal: International Journal Of Science And Healthcare Research

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Introduction: Polycystic Ovarian syndrome remains a public health concern of women in reproductive age. Its prevalence is global, but its etiology and management are still largely unknown even among women who are the affected. Thus, this study sought to assess current knowledge and perceptions of women in the Nigerian setting. Methods: This study was a cross-sectional study conducted amongst a sample of 387 women in a tertiary institution located in southwest Nigeria. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data and data were analysed statistically into frequencies and percentages. Results: Women in the age range 21-25 years were mostly represented. Knowledge about polycystic ovarian syndrome was inadequate; however perception about polycystic ovarian syndrome was satisfactory. Conclusion: Heightened awareness about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is needed. Perceptions towards Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome also need attention to realign certain unclear perceptions. The school setting can be better utilized to improve knowledge beginning with entry level students.

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AJIKE,S. AGBANYIM,A. Akperi,T. . (2020). Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria, 5 (), 470-470.

AJIKE,S. AGBANYIM,A. Akperi,T. . "Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria" 5, no (), (2020): 470-470.

AJIKE,S. and AGBANYIM,A. and Akperi,T. and . (2020). Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria, 5 (), pp470-470.

AJIKES, AGBANYIMA, AkperiT, . Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria. 2020, 5 ():470-470.

AJIKE,Saratu , AGBANYIM,Augusta , and Akperi,Toritseju . "Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria", 5 . (2020) : 470-470.

A.Saratu A.Augusta & A.Toritseju , "Current Knowledge and Perceptions of Women about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigeria" vol.5, no., pp. 470-470, 2020.

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