24/05/2021
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome:
Polycystic o***y syndrome is a common hormonal disorder affecting
women of reproductive age. It affects about 8-13% of women.
PCOS can cause period problems, trouble falling pregnant, acne, excess hair
growth and excess weight.
A PCOS diagnosis requires 2 out of the following 3
1. Irregular Periods
2. Excess hair growth/Changes in hormone levels in blood- excess of
male hormones
3. Ultrasound showing multiple small cysts in o***y.
Some long-term health issues are also more likely in women with PCOS, but
the good news is that many of these problems can be managed with a
healthy lifestyle.
Losing just 5 to 10 percent of your body weight can help regulate your menstrual
cycle and improve PCOS symptoms. Weight loss can also:
• improve cholesterol levels
• lower insulin levels
• reduce heart disease and diabetes risks
In addition you may also need hormonal pills/ insulin sensitising medications to
manage the symptoms.
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