Irregular periods? Unable to get pregnant? More acne than most? More facial hair? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be the culprit. Women with PCOS have an imbalance and dysregulation of hormones, which can lead to not ovulating, missed periods, long cycles, and infertility. Additionally they may have higher than normal testosterone levels which can cause...
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Celebrities Spreading Awareness By Getting Real About PCOS
September is PCOS Awareness Month and an excellent opportunity to spread awareness about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this common female reproductive disorder. PCOS, which stands for polycystic ovary syndrome, affects five to ten percent of women from the beginning of menstruation through menopause. If left untreated, PCOS can have long-term health repercussions throughout...
PCOS Advocacy and Support
Help make PCOS awareness official September is PCOS Awareness Month, a wonderful opportunity to educate the public about polycystic ovary syndrome, the most common hormonal disorder impacting women. According to the PCOS Awareness Association, PCOS affects seven million women in the United States, more than the number of people diagnosed with breast cancer, rheumatoid arthritis,...