Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

PCOS is a hormonal disorder. A female body typically produces three hormones: estrogen, progesterone, and androgens. When a woman’s body has more androgens (also known as male hormones), it results in PCOS conditions. PCOS is a syndrome that affects the cycle of ovaries and ovulation.

Common Symptoms

• Excessive Body Hair Growth
• Increased Anxiety or Depression
• Weight changes and trouble losing weight
• Ovarian Cysts
• Reduce Sex Drive
• Irregular or Missed Periods
• Male Pattern Baldness Thinning Hair
• High Testosterone levels
• Insulin Resistance
• Fatigue
• Acne
• Trouble Conceiving or Infertility
• Mood Changes

Causes

Some of the known reasons for PCOS condition are-

• Excess Insulin
• Heredity/Genes
• Low-grade Inflammation
• Excess Androgen

Consult your female doctor at Felix hospital, Noida, if you observe any symptoms of PCOS.