Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women.
The cause of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is unknown. It is likely that both genetic and environmental factors playing a part.
There is no cure for PCOS and it effects each woman differently, the main stay of treatment is finding ways to maintain a healthy weight that suits your lifestyle.
See the links below for more information to help you manage your symptoms and improve your future health.
The symptoms of PCOS include: irregular periods or no periods at all an increase in facial or body hair (hirsutism) loss of hair on your head being overweight, experiencing a ... [continue] Symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
The name “Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome” is a bit confusing – It does not mean you have lots of cysts on your ovaries You can actually have normal looking ovaries and ... [continue] Diagnosis of PCOS
Some women with PCOS have irregular periods. If you have fewer than three periods a year, the lining of the womb (endometrium) can thicken and this may lead to endometrial ... [continue] Periods and PCOS
If you have PCOS, you are at greater risk of developing the long-term health problems discussed below. The risk of all the long term health problems and the symptoms of ... [continue] PCOS and future health
Why does PCOS cause fertility problems? Because PCOS affects how your ovaries work, it can make it harder to get pregnant. Due to the hormonal imbalance, the eggs fail to ... [continue] PCOS and fertility
Information on PCOS is available from: The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (www.rcog.org.uk): Polycystic ovary syndrome: what it means for your long-term health. The National Institute for Health and Care ... [continue] PCOS further resources
Date published: 19th April, 2024
Date last updated: 19th April, 2024
