Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Do I have it, How Do I Get Diagnosed, and How Do I Manage It
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Do I Have it, How Do I Get Diagnosed, and How Do I Manage It? Dr. Kathryn Dinh, a board-eligible Endocrinologist at Galen Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology According to the CDC, approximately 5 million women are currently affected by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a hormonal disorder that is primarily associated with a female having infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods. It is one of the most common causes of infertility in women and is a lifelong health condition. What causes PCOS? Although the exact cause of PCOS is not presently known, excess weight and a