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 a well balanced diet devoid of oily, deep fried and junk food has shown to improve the status of the PCOS.
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