Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder among women. A survey by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) showed that about 20-25% of women of reproductive age suffer from PCOS in India. Unlike the name suggests though, your ovaries don’t have cysts on/in them if you have this disorder. Of the three key features of PCOS, if you have even two, you have the disorder. The three features are:
- Irregular periods: Which means your ovulation cycle is irregular.
- Polycystic ovaries: When ovaries become enlarged and there are cyst-like fluid-filled sacs in them.
- Excess androgen: When there are high levels of androgen, which is also referred to as the male hormone sometimes, in your body.
Symptoms of PCOS
If you notice any of the following, you should consult a doctor about getting checked for PCOS:
In the best-case scenario, you can get an early diagnosis and make the necessary changes to control the condition. But in other situations, it can lead to complications like infertility, type 2 diabetes, miscarriage, preterm birth, metabolic syndrome, sleep apnea and depression.Treatment of PCOS
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