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It is important not to assume that you have PCOS. Signs and symptoms of PCOS can mimic and are similar to those signs and symptoms
of other more dangerous illnesses. Seek medical attention if you suspect that you may have PCOS. The content in these pages is for
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which is
also called Stein-Leventhal syndrome, is a
common condition, affecting 5 to 10% of
women of childbearing age. Although the
underlying cause is not well understood,
PCOS is generally characterized by an excess
production of androgens (male hormones -
usually testosterone), anovulation and
amenorrhea, and by a varying degree of
insulin resistance.
also called Stein-Leventhal syndrome, is a
common condition, affecting 5 to 10% of
women of childbearing age. Although the
underlying cause is not well understood,
PCOS is generally characterized by an excess
production of androgens (male hormones -
usually testosterone), anovulation and
amenorrhea, and by a varying degree of
insulin resistance.
Hormone imbalances also affect the menstrual
cycle in PCOS, causing infertility problems.
Most women with this condition do not have
regular monthly periods. Often they have
chronic anovulation (the egg is not released by
the ovary) and amenorrhea (lack of
menstruation), but they may also experience
irregular periods and uterine bleeding.
cycle in PCOS, causing infertility problems.
Most women with this condition do not have
regular monthly periods. Often they have
chronic anovulation (the egg is not released by
the ovary) and amenorrhea (lack of
menstruation), but they may also experience
irregular periods and uterine bleeding.
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