Question 1

is polycystic ovary disease a syndrome?

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Yes: Pcos is also called stein leventhal syndrome. Strangely, you don;t have to have ovarian cysts to have this disease. Symptoms include lots of things including acne, excessive hair growth, obesity and infertility.

Question 2

what is polycystic ovary syndrome?

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Hormonal imbalance: Pcos is a hormonal imbalance often associated with cysts in ovaries.  It is seen more commonly in people who are overweight/obese and can include changes like lack of periods, decreased breast size, acne, and excess hair growth. If your doctor suspects it, s/he will start with a variety of blood tests to check your hormonal levels.

Question 3

what exactly is polycystic ovary syndrome?

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A hormone disorder: Pcos is a syndrome or disorder in which women have 2 of 3 of the following: irregular cycles, multi-cystic ovaries, or excess androgens ("male" hormone levels). Pcos has no specific cause but it is associated with obesity, some heredity, and Insulin resistance (also seen in type 2 diabetes). Treatment can help with ovulation, fertility and cosmetics. Hope this helps.

Question 4

what are the signs of polycystic ovary syndrome?

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Clinical cues: Hi. PCOS is typified by irregular or absent periods, hirsutism, overweight, high testosterone, insulin resistance (&amp; sometimes type 2 diabetes), and often a high LH:FSH ratio. If you suspect you have PCOS, see your primary doctor, gynecologist, or an endocrinologist. PCOS is a diagnosis of exclusion; Cushing's and non-classical congenital hyperplasia need to at least be considered. Good luck!

Question 5

what are the causes of polycystic ovary syndrome?

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We don't know: Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a collection of problems that tend to occur together: lots of little cysts on the ovary, irregular menstrual cycles and problems with extra hormones.  Unfortunately, we just don't know what comes first or what causes what.

Question 6

what is polycystic ovary syndrome? what are the symtoms?

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PCOS: Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a condition in which a woman has an imbalance in sex hormones.  People with pcos often have high androgen (male hormone), irregular or missed periods or cysts in the ovaries. Genetic plays a role in this disorder although the exact cause is unknown.  Treatment options are weight loss, birth control pills, metformin (diabetes pill), fertility meds, antiandrogen pills.

Question 7

could polycystic ovaries syndrome be 'cured'?

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Yes: PCOS could be cured in some women with life-style changes.   Exercise and weight loss that brings weight towards ideal body weight can result in a cure.

Question 8

how to know if i have polycystic ovary syndrome?

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Cues: Hi. PCOS is typified by irregular or absent periods, hirsutism, overweight, high testosterone, insulin resistance (&amp; sometimes type 2 diabetes), and often a high LH:FSH ratio. If you suspect you have PCOS, see your primary doctor, gynecologist, or an endocrinologist. PCOS is a diagnosis of exclusion; Cushing's and non-classical congenital hyperplasia need to at least be considered. Good luck!

Question 9

polycystic ovary syndrome or disease. which is it?

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Syndrome: It is more correct to call it a syndrome.  It has 4 major aspects-increased male hormones, lack of ovulation, ovaries with multiple cysts, and absence of other male hormone or prolactin disorders.  It probably has multiple potential causes all leading to a common pathway.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome?

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Irregular cycles ...: Most women with pcos have one or more of: irregular periods or no cycles, acne, oily skin, unwanted hair growth especially on the face or lower stomach, infertility or subfertility (difficulty getting pregnant). Some women with pcos have little or no symptoms - we look at symptoms, blood tests and an ultrasound of the ovaries to make the diagnosis. Not all women with pcos have fertility issues.

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