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)
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
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