Risk factors of menstrual function disorders against obesity

Abstract

The relationship between menstrual disorders and obesity of different genesis in adolescent girls has been analyzed. Based on clinical and ultrasound parallels in girls with menstrual disorders on the background of obesity of various genesis, the available data on the pathogenesis of reproductive health disorders in this pathology have been expanded, and the need to improve the algorithm of diagnostic and treatment and prevention measures has been scientifically substantiated. The most informative prognostic criteria for the occurrence of menstrual disorders in obese adolescent girls have been identified, on the basis of which it is possible to form risk groups in which primary prevention is required. According to the World Health Organization, the prevalence of obesity among women of childbearing age ranges from 1.8 to 25.3% in different countries. Body weight plays an important role in the formation of menstrual function. It is known that adipose tissue is involved in the regulation of the menstrual cycle, because it also synthesizes female sex hormones. Excess adipose tissue accumulates steroids and active estrogens. This leads to a change in the production of a number of hormones that disrupt the coordination of the neuroendocrine system. We can say that excess adipose tissue becomes an additional endocrine gland. Keywords: adolescent girls, overweight, menstrual disorders.