PCOS- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a condition in which the ovaries produce an abnormal number of androgens (male sex hormones) that are usually present in small amounts in women. The name polycystic ovary syndrome describes the numerous small cysts, or fluid filled sacs, that may form in the ovaries.
This is one of the most common endocrine disorders found in women and may be diagnosed in the late teens- twenties. There are many females, however that are not diagnosed for many years or not at all. Affects approximately 5-10% of women worldwide with less than 50% of them diagnosed
There is a misconception that PCOS ‘disappears’ after menopause, but this is not true. In fact, symptoms can worsen at menopause and can contribute to negative outcomes in regard to your health.
It is important that women are screened, diagnosed, and treated at an early age to decrease the potential negative outcomes throughout the woman’s life.
