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What is pre-pcos? i got myself checked for pcos and it seems to be ok, no pcos. should i worry about anything else? i still get acne though in stress.

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Dr. Seth Derman answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Not a disease: It is unclear what pre-pcos is. There are specific criteria to diagnose pcos and some women who may have pcos may not meet these criteria may turn out to have it later on.

Answered 3/2/2013

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A member asked:

What is pre-pcos? i got myself checked for pcos and it seems to be ok, no pcos. should i worry about anything else? i still get acne though in stress.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Seth Derman answered

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