PCOS known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, a common disorder occuring in the health of women.This is a syndrome which can
affect a womens menstrual cycle, fertility,hormones,insulin production,the heart ,blood vessels and even the physical appearance of the person.Cysts is nothing but fluid filled sacs which may be present on the ovaries which causes various effects on the womens health.
Various characteristics occuring during the PCOS are,
excessive production of male harmones called Adrogens.
irregular or no menstrual cycle.
The symptoms of PCOS are -infrequent periods with irregular periods,inability to conceive.
increased blood sugar levels, increased growth of hair in various parts of the body and on the face, increased weight gain or obesity, unable to maintain an ideal weight, frequent pelvic pain,acne, oily skin, dandruff, high levels of cholestrol and blood pressure, excessive snoring..
PCOS occurs in about 10% of women of child bearing age.
Increased production of adrogens can cause increase in irritation levels in the women and
baldness or thinning of hair.
PCOS can be examined by examining the pelvic area for swollen ovaries, the diabetes of type 2 is generally caused by pcos.