Getting Through Fertility: Self-Care Management Process of Thai Women with Abnormal Menstruation Due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common health problem among women of reproductive age. Little is known about self-care management experience of Thai women with PCOS.

Objectives: In this study the authors aimed at describing substantive model of self-care management process among Thai women with PCOS. 

Methods: We used grounded theory approach to design this study. Results: Getting through fertility was the core category of self-care management process among Thai women with PCOS.

Conclusion: Being diagnosed with PCOS could raise women’s awareness to modify their lifestyle to treat amenorrhea and associated symptoms.

Keywords: Polycystic ovary syndrome, amenorrhea, self-care management, women health, grounded theory.