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Causes Of PCOS<\/h3>\n
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High levels of insulin cause the ovaries to produce too much testosterone, which interferes with the development of the follicles (the sacs in the ovaries where eggs develop) and prevents normal ovulation.<\/p>\n
Insulin resistance can also lead to weight gain, which can make PCOS symptoms worse, as having excess fat causes the body to produce even more insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas to control the amount of sugar in the blood.<\/p>\n
It helps to move glucose from the blood into cells, where it’s broken down to produce energy. Insulin resistance means the body’s tissues are resistant to the effects of insulin. The body, therefore, has to produce extra insulin to compensate.<\/p>\n
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Obesity<\/em><\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
About half of women with PCOS struggle with weight gain or have a hard time losing weight.<\/p>\n
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PCOS sometimes runs in families. If any relatives, such as your mother, sister, or aunt, have PCOS, the risk of you developing it is often increased. This suggests there may be a genetic link to PCOS, although specific genes\u00a0associated with the condition have not yet been identified.<\/p>\n
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Symptoms Of PCOS<\/h2>\n
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Hair growth in unwanted areas<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Your doctor may call this \u201chirsutism\u201d (pronounced HUR-soo-tiz-uhm). You might have unwanted\u00a0hair\u00a0growing in places such as on your face or chin, breasts, stomach, or thumbs and toes.<\/p>\n
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Hair loss<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Women with PCOS might see thinning hair on their heads, which could worsen in middle age.<\/p>\n
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Acne or oily skin<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Because of\u00a0hormone\u00a0changes related to PCOS, you might develop pimples and oily skin. (You can have these\u00a0skin problems\u00a0without PCOS, of course).<\/p>\n
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Problems sleeping, feeling tired all the time<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You could have trouble falling asleep. Or you might have a disorder known as\u00a0sleep apnea. This means that even when you do\u00a0sleep, you do not feel well-rested after you wake up.<\/p>\n
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Headaches<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This is because of hormone changes with PCOS.<\/p>\n
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Trouble getting pregnant\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
PCOS is one of the leading\u00a0causes of infertility.<\/p>\n
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Period problems<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You could have\u00a0irregular periods. Or you might not have a period for several months. Or\u00a0you might have very heavy bleeding during your period.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
How PCOS Affects Your Body?<\/h2>\n
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Irregular Period Cycles<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nA wide range of factors influences menstrual cycle characteristics, including body size, smoking, alcohol intake, and physical activity, as well as pathologic conditions including polycystic ovary syndrome.<\/p>\n
One of the classic and key features of\u00a0PCOS\u00a0is\u00a0irregular\u00a0or absent\u00a0menstrual cycles. The primary reason many with\u00a0PCOS\u00a0have\u00a0irregular periods\u00a0is due to a hormonal imbalance. Keep in mind that this symptom can be experienced in different ways.<\/p>\n
Long and irregular menstrual cycles are associated with higher androgen and lower sex hormone-binding globulin levels and this altered hormonal environment may increase the risk of specific histologic subtypes of ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n
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Acne and Breakouts<\/em><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nIf you’re breaking out long after your teen years are over, you may need to look beyond your skin for the source of the problem. Sometimes acne is a symptom of an underlying hormone condition that can cause far more than facial blemishes.<\/section>\n <\/section>\n \u00a0Besides irregular menstrual cycles and ovulation, weight gain, and thinning hair, one of the most notable symptoms of PCOS is acne. PCOS-related acne tends to flare in areas that are usually considered “hormonally sensitive,” especially the lower third of the face.<\/section>\n <\/section>\n <\/section>\n <\/section>\n \u00a0This includes your cheeks, jawline, chin, and upper neck. Patients with PCOS tend to get acne that involves more tender knots under the skin, rather than fine surface bumps, and will sometimes report that lesions in that area tend to flare before their menstrual period.<\/section>\n - \n
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