Verified By Apollo Gynecologist June 11, 2023
3231Delayed periods?
Heavy flow or very less?
Well you might be facing polycystic ovary syndrome!
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a female hormonal problem in which most women develop cysts around the ovaries. In turn their hormones are out of balance. If you are suffering from this syndrome, it might cause irregular periods and also make it difficult for you to get pregnant. It can also cause some unwanted changes in your looks. You might lose too much weight, face hair fall problems or gain the tremendous amount of weight even without eating a lot! It is important to pay heed to this problem in time, if neglected it can create serious health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
Mostly the reasons for this syndrome are unknown. However, it has been noticed that if your mother or sister has this similar problem then you are more likely prone to it! Even when there is too much of insulin in your body it can be a cause for this syndrome.
Female reproductive system is quite delicate and important. It is advisable to keep it healthy and pay close attention to it. If you are facing PCOS problems, you shouldn’t delay and consult Ask Apollo Gynaecologist in a jiffy!
Article by:
Dr Jasmin Rath,
Gynecologist, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
MBBS; MD (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Specialist in High Risk Pregnancy and Laproscopy
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