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An exploration of factors affecting the quality of life of women with primary ovarian insufficiency: a qualitative study

(2020) An exploration of factors affecting the quality of life of women with primary ovarian insufficiency: a qualitative study. Bmc Womens Health. p. 9.

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Abstract

Background Menopause before the age of 40 years is known as primary ovarian insufficiency (POI). Besides physical effects, being diagnosed with this disorder adversely affects the psychological health and quality of life (QOL). The present study aimed at shedding light on the factors affecting the QOL of women with POI. Methods The present study is a qualitative one. The data were collected using semi-structured in-depth interviews with 16 women having POI, selected purposively. Data rigor was ensured using Lincoln and Guba's criteria. The recorded data were transcribed verbatim and then analyzed constantly at the same time as gathering the data using conventional content analysis. Results Three themes emerged regarding the QOL of women with POI, i.e. disease effect (physical and psychological effects), distorted self-concept (threatened identity and disease stigma), and hormone replacement therapy effect (positive and negative physical/psychological effects). Conclusions Due to the profound effects of the disease on different aspects of the biopsychosocial health of women with POI, a multifaceted health care approach is recommended to improve their QOL.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: Primary ovarian insufficiency Quality of life Qualitative research premature menopause health update needs risk age Public, Environmental & Occupational Health Obstetrics & Gynecology
Page Range: p. 9
Journal or Publication Title: Bmc Womens Health
Journal Index: ISI
Volume: 20
Number: 1
Identification Number: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-020-01029-y
Depositing User: مهندس مهدی شریفی
URI: http://eprints.bmsu.ac.ir/id/eprint/8668

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