Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting females across different age groups, from adolescence to perimenopause. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, ovulatory dysfunction, and polycystic ovarian morphology, with clinical features such as irregular menses, acne, hirsutism, and infertility. In adolescents, it often presents with menstrual irregularity and acne, while in reproductive age it is a leading cause of anovulatory infertility; in later years, metabolic complications like insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, and cardiovascular risk become more prominent.
Early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach focusing on lifestyle modification, metabolic screening, and individualized therapy are essential for long-term health. Join “ One Woman, Many Phases – Session 1 ” for an insightful discussion on PCOS in All Ages , led by renowned…