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Can weight loss only help cure all pcos symptoms if i never had any issues till i was 26 and less overweight. or age has to do something with it ?

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Dr. Brad Eilerman answered

PCOS : The genetic basis for pcos will always be with you. Worsening is likely due to increased Insulin resistance and estrogen to testosterone production due to weight gain and not aging.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 6/4/2019

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A member asked:

Can weight loss only help cure all pcos symptoms if i never had any issues till i was 26 and less overweight. or age has to do something with it ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brad Eilerman answered

Dr Ali agreed

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