A primary topic for health promotion for a 25-year-old woman with a history of polycystic ovary syndrome is (select the most important topic):
a. The adverse effects of cigarette smoking
b. The adverse effects of excessive alcohol consumption
c. Nutrition
d. Self-esteem issues
ANS: c
Women with PCOS are at higher risk for being obese. Obesity increases the woman's risk for type 2 diabetes. Obesity and type 2 diabetes increase the woman's risk for cardiovascular disease, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and metabolic syndrome. It is also important to talk about self-esteem issues related to hirsutism and the effects of smoking and drinking, but the long-term effects of obesity are a greater risk to a woman with PCOS.
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