PCOS, or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, is a complex hormonal problem that affects a large number of women all over the world. It affects women of all ages, but the symptoms and health concerns may differ at each phase of life.
Listed below are some of the common features of PCOS
- Irregular or absent cycles
- Excess hair growth
- Acne
- Skin darkening
- Excess body weight
- Fertility issues
- Mood disorders
- Higher risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, and endometrial cancer.
The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but several factors play a major role. The underlying problem in PCOS is insulin resistance, which is a problem with your carbohydrate-insulin metabolism.
