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What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that affects about one in 10 women.
The 3 main features of PCOS are:
Irregular period: Which means your ovaries do not regularly release eggs (ovulation)
Excess androgen: High levels of “male” hormones in your body, which may cause physical signs such as excess facial or body hair
Polycystic ovaries: Ovaries become enlarged and contain many fluid-filled sacs (follicles) that surround the eggs.

What are the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

If you have sign and symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, they’ll usually become apparent during your late teens or early 20s.
They can include:
• Irregular periods or no periods at all
• Difficulty getting pregnant as a result of irregular ovulation or no ovulation
• Excessive hair growth (Hirsutism) – usually on the face, chest, back or buttocks
• Weight gain
• Thinning hair and hair loss from the head
• Oily skin or acne

What causes polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

1. The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but it often runs in families.
2. Being overweight or obese also increases the amount of insulin your body produces.
3. It’s related to abnormal hormone levels in the body, including high levels of insulin. Insulin is a hormone that controls sugar levels in the body.
Many women with PCOS are resistant to the action of insulin in their body and produce higher levels of insulin to overcome this. This contributes to the increased production and activity of hormones like testosterone.