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What are the symptoms of polycystic ovaries?

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PCOS: Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a group of signs and symptoms that a woman has. One of the features is abnormal ovulation, increased hair growth or acne, elevated male hormones, and ultrasound evidence of a string of pearls in the ovaries. Two out of the three previous criteria are necessary to make a diagnosis of pcos.

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Polycystic Ovaries: Polycystic ovaries is a condition in which a woman may have an imbalance in hormones leading to menstrual cycle changes, ovarian cysts, and problems getting pregnant. Symptoms include changes in period regularity, skin changes such as acne and dark or thick skin markings, and the development of male like characteristics such as deeper voice, and facial hair.

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