INVESTIGATING THE EFFECT OF ENDOMETRIOSIS ON MENTAL HEALTH IN PESHAWAR
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Keywords
Endometriosis, Mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Quality of life, Peshawar, Women's health, EHP-30, HADS, Reproductive health
Abstract
A chronic gynecological disorder, endometriosis is thought to impact 10–15% of women worldwide. Although its physical manifestations are widely known, its psychological effects are frequently disregarded, especially in underdeveloped areas like Peshawar, Pakistan. This study examines how endometriosis affects women's mental health in Peshawar, with a particular emphasis on anxiety, depression, and quality of life. The Endometriosis Health Profile-30 (EHP-30) and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) were used to gather data from 200 women who had been diagnosed with endometriosis. The results show that anxiety and depression are quite prevalent, and that the severity and duration of the diseases are highly connected with mental health outcomes. This study highlights the necessity of treating endometriosis holistically, encompassing both mental and physical health services.
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Dr. Shireen Baqir
Ex-Trainee Medical Officer, Department of Gynecology, Fatima Jinnah Hospital