Irregular menstrual periods, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries are the main traits of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Additionally, heavy or no menstrual periods, infertility (chronic anovulation), excess hair growth, acne, thickened, oily, and velvety patches of skin, and pelvic pain are symptoms of PCOS. Besides infertility, obesity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes mellitus, obstructive sleep apnea, cardiovascular risk, endometrial cancer, and depression are also associated with PCOS. However, PCOS is underdiagnosed and often needs multiple evaluations to confirm it.
Join our 9 th anniversary special MasterSeries webinar on “ PCOS in a Nutshell ” with proficient gynecologist Dr. Kavita Gadekar on 14 th September at 3:00 PM IST for more insights. Session highlights: What is PCOS? Etiology, clinical, and biochemical presentations of PCOS Treatment of PCOS:…
