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What is the difference between pcos or post pill amenorrhea?

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Not the same...: PCOS is a metabolic syndrome that is caused by insulin resistance. It results in many symptoms such as extra hair growth, irregular periods, dark skin under arms and around neck, etc. Post-pill amenorrhea is a few months where there is no period after you have been on the pill. Best wishes!

Dr Boling agreed

Answered 11/23/2017

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