Impact of lifestyle modifications in polycystic ovarian syndrome

INTERVENTION: Lifestyle counseling by physician in routine clinic visits. Counseling conducted on 1. Dietary modification 2. Increasing physical activity 3. Locally available resources Additional referrals as needed to a dietician. Approximate duration: 5 ‐ 15 minutes Repeated every 3 months for 6 months. CONDITION: Polycystic ovarian syndrome PRIMARY OUTCOME: Restoration of regular menstruation as reported by the subject (cyclical monthly periods). SECONDARY OUTCOME: Fasting blood glucose Total cholesterol Waist circumference [cm] Weight [kg] INCLUSION CRITERIA: 1. Female gender 2. Age more than 16 years 3. Clinical diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) with or without ultrasound or biochemical assessment