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Evaluation of Changes in Levels of Hyperandrogenism, Hirsutism and Menstrual Regulation After a Period of Aquatic High Intensity Interval Training in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Publisher



Samadi Z1 ; Bambaeichi E1 ; Valiani M2 ; Shahshahan Z3
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  1. 1. Department of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Isfahan, Hezarjerib Street, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Department of Gynecology, AL Zahra Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Sofhe Street, Isfahan, Iran

Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine Published:2019


Abstract

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a polygenic endocrine disorder in women of reproductive ages which will lead to infertility. This study is aimed to determine changes in levels of hyperandrogenism, hirsutism and menstrual regulation after a period of aquatic high intensity interval training (AHIIT) in women with PCOS. Methods: Thirty patients with PCOS having age between 20 and 35 and body mass index (BMI) ≥30 kg/m2 in obstetrics and gynaecology clinics in Isfahan were selected based on Rotterdam Diagnostic Criteria. They were randomly divided into experimental (AHIIT + metformin, N = 15) and control groups (metformin, N = 15). The exercises were done for 12 weeks, three sessions of 20 minutes. Metformin (1500 mg) was taken daily for 3 consecutive days for 12 weeks. Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, t-test, Covariance and Wilcoxon were applied (P value < 0.05). Results: After 12 weeks, no significant difference was observed in waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), but in AHIIT, the BMI and fat mass significantly decreased and levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), free testosterone (FT) and sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) increased compared to control group (P < 0.05). While levels of improvement of total testosterone (TT), dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS), FT, luteinising hormone (LH) and free androgen index (FAI) were not significant between the two groups (P > 0.05). Furthermore, there was a significant decrease in homeostatic assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) and hirsutism severity in experimental group (P < 0.05). In both groups, the order of menstrual cycles improved significantly (P < 0.05). Conclusions: Doing AHIIT besides drug therapy can be effective for PCOS patients. © 2019 International Journal of Preventive Medicine.
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