POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH
September is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness Month. And this is an excellent time to know yourself how much you know about PCOS.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women with three main features:
Menstrual cycle problems, such as irregular periods or no periods over a long time. (meaning the ovaries do not release eggs)
High levels of male hormone ‘hirsutism’ (excessive hair growth) or elevated testosterone levels
Polycystic ovaries: the ovaries contain many fluid-filled sacs (follicles) around the eggs.
The clinical features of the PCOS worsens due to being overweight. What are the clinical features of PCOS?
reproductive issues such as irregular periods
reduced frequency of ovulation
reduced fertility
polycystic ovaries
high levels of male hormones
facial hair growth and acne
causes anxiety and depression
Test your Awareness on PCOS by attempting this 2-Minute Quizz.
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