Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. Women with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance and metabolism problems that may affect their overall health and appearance. PCOS is also a common and treatable cause of infertility.
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Who gets PCOS?
What are the symptoms of PCOS?
What causes PCOS?
Can I still get pregnant if I have PCOS?
Is PCOS linked to other health problems?
Will my PCOS symptoms go away at menopause?
How is PCOS diagnosed?
How is PCOS treated?
What steps can I take at home to improve my PCOS symptoms?
What types of medicines treat PCOS?
What are my treatment options for PCOS if I want to get pregnant?
How does PCOS affect pregnancy?
How can I prevent problems from PCOS during pregnancy?
What is the latest research on PCOS?
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The Office on Women's Health is grateful for the medical review by:
- Violanda Grigorescu, M.D., M.S.P.H., Chief, Partnerships and Evaluation Branch, Division of Health Informatics and Surveillance, Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology and Laboratory Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Torie Comeaux Plowden, M.D., M.P.H., Fellow, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
- Lubna Pal, M.B.B.S., M.R.C.O.G., M.S., F.A.C.O.G., Associate Professor, Director of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Program, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences, Yale School of Medicine
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