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    What is PCOS?

    PCOS is a problem with hormones that affects women during their childbearing years (ages 15 to 44). Many women have PCOS but don’t know it. PCOS is a “syndrome,” or group of symptoms that affects the ovaries and ovulation. It involves cysts in the ovaries, high levels of male hormones, and irregular periods.

    What causes it?

    Genes, insulin resistance, and inflammation have all been linked to excess male hormones production.

    Common symptoms of PCOS :

    The most common PCOS symptoms are:

    • Irregular menstrual periods
    • Infertility problems
    • Weight gain
    •  Heavy bleeding. 
    •  Hair growth on their face and body.
    • Acne. 
    • Hair on the scalp gets thinner and fall out.
    • Darkening of the skin like those on the neck.
    •  Headaches.
    • Mood changes.

    Diet and lifestyle tips to treat PCOS:

    Treatment for PCOS usually starts with lifestyle changes like weight loss, diet, and exercise. Losing just 5 to 10 percent of your body weight can help regulate your menstrual cycle and improve PCOS symptoms. 

     Common medical treatments:

    Birth control pills and other medicines can help regulate the menstrual cycle and treat PCOS symptoms.

    Metformin is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. It also treats PCOS by improving insulin levels.

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