PCOD/PCOS is a common reproductive endocrine disorder. In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), excessive amounts of androgens ("male" hormones such as
testosterone) are produced by the ovaries. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility, menstrual irregularity, and hirsute (excessive hair growth).
Insulin and Oral Contraceptives in controlled amounts is used as a treatment method in PCOS.
Known causes for PCOS:
- Genetic inheritance
- Insulin resistance in which case the cells can't use insulin properly
-Obesity can cause inflammation of the body and insulin resistance
Exercise and a healthy lifestyle by eating healthy has shown to improve the status of the PCOS.