Understanding PCOD: Knowledge and Perceptions Among Female Faculty at Gurugram College: A Step Toward Awareness and Education

Abstract Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) was first described in 1935 by Stein and Leventhal, characterized by amenorrhea, hirsutism, and obesity, along with enlarged polycystic ovaries. It is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age, marked by excessive androgen production primarily by the ovaries. PCOS is a multifactorial and polygenic condition, involving dysregulation of the CYP11 gene and upregulation of enzymes in androgen biosynthesis. The insulin receptor gene on chromosome 19p is also implicated. Materials and Methods: A descriptive study was conducted among 70 non-medical female faculties of SGT University, Gurgaon. By using the total enumerative technique, the samples were selected. Informed consent was obtained from the participants. Data were collected by using a self-structured questionnaire for knowledge, perception, and associated factors. Statistical analysis of data was done by using SPSS and Excel. Results: It was found that 4.28% had poor knowledge, 64.30% had average knowledge, and 31.40% had good knowledge. It was found that 27.10% had poor perception and 72.90% had good perception. Area of living and previous knowledge are significant factors, whereas other demographic variables are not significant. There is a moderate positive correlation between knowledge and perception. Conclusion: The study concluded that most people have average knowledge, and most also have a good perception. The residence and prior knowledge of people matter, while other factors do not. There is a moderate link between knowledge and perception, so improving knowledge might help improve perception.