Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine and hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age. The name of the condition comes from the appearance of the ovaries in most, but not all, women with the disorder — enlarged and containing numerous small cysts located along the outer edge of each ovary (polycystic appearance). Studies shows about 1 in 10-15 women (5-6%) women in reproductive age are affected by PCOS.

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