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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder.

 

 symptoms may begin shortly after puberty, but can also develop during the later teen years and early adulthood 

It affects how the ovaries work

3 types of PCOS

irregular periods  which means your ovaries do not regularly release eggs (ovulation)

excess androgen  high levels of "male" hormones in your body, which may cause physical signs such as excess facial or body hair

polycystic ovaries  your ovaries become enlarged and contain many fluid-filled sacs (follicles) that surround the eggs (but despite the name, you do not actually have cysts if you have PCOS)

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weight gain

low energy

excessive hair growth (face, back, chest etc.)

thinning hair on the head

acne

darkening of skin under arms/back of the neck

headaches

problems sleeping

erratic mood changes

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Loosing Weight

If you have PCOS and you're overweight, eating a balanced diet and incorporating light exercise can make some symptoms better. Consult your doctor before doing this to ensure you are not already underweight

Medicines

Medicines are also available to treat symptoms such as excessive hair growth, irregular periods and fertility problems

there's no cure for PCOS so treatment aims to manage symptoms

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