What is PCOS?

What is PCOS?

Section I: What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary/ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a set of symptoms related to an imbalance of hormones that can affect women and girls of reproductive age.1–7It is defined and diagnosed by a combination of signs and symptoms of androgen excess, ovarian dysfunction, and polycystic ovarian morphology on ultrasound.2

Can PCOS be reversed?

Fortunately, you can reverse PCOS with the right combination of diet, exercise, sleep, and meditation. The ketogenic diet, for example, may be one of the best diets for women with PCOS because it reduces insulin levels and insulin resistance (one of the main causes of PCOS).

Where can I find more information about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

This publication was publicly funded by the NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health. For more information and resources, visit the ORWH page: www.nih.gov/women Title Polycystic Ovary/Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

What are the symptoms of PCOS in women?

The key difference, however, is that PCOS women also struggle with symptoms like, acne, facial hair and hair loss because of the high male hormones. If you are suffering from any of the PCOS symptoms discussed, it is critical that you visit your doctor immediately.

Irregular periods. Infrequent, irregular or prolonged menstrual cycles are the most common sign of PCOS. For example, you might have fewer than nine periods a year, more than 35 days between periods and abnormally heavy periods. Excess androgen.

What are the possible complications of PCOS?

Cancer of the uterine lining (endometrial cancer) Obesity is associated with PCOS and can worsen complications of the disorder. By Mayo Clinic Staff. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) care at Mayo Clinic.

How does polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affect depression and body image?

Common features of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), including hyperandrogenism, ovarian dysfunction and obesity, can be highly distressing. We compared 40 women with PCOS to women with infertility but not PCOS, and to women with neither PCOS nor infertility, on measures of depression and body image.

What do we know about comorbidities of polycystic ovary syndrome?

NIH has conducted valuable research on PCOS. Yet there are critical gaps remaining in the understanding of this disorder, such as the connections of comorbidities to PCOS. Women with PCOS make up the largest group of women at risk for developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

What is the Rotterdam ESHRE-sponsored PCOS consensus workshop group?

Rotterdam ESHRE/ASRM-Sponsored PCOS Consensus Workshop Group. Revised 2003 consensus on diagnostic criteria and long-term health risks related to polycystic ovary syndrome. Fertil Steril.

What is the publication number for PCOS 19-od-8095?

13 Publication Number 19-OD-8095 This publication was publicly funded by the NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health. For more information and resources, visit the ORWH page: www.nih.gov/women Title Polycystic Ovary/Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Author Synergy Subject

When is PCOS awareness month?

World PCOS Day is September 1 and marks the start of PCOS Awareness Month. If you see an abundance of teal in September, note that it is the awareness color for the condition. 11 Section IX: Definitions