Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Endocrine Disorder

    October 2013 in “ Springer eBooks ”
    Joslyn S. Kirby
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    TLDR PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing infertility and menstrual problems, often linked to obesity and can lead to acne, treated with hormonal and insulin-sensitizing medications.
    The document discussed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), an endocrine disorder affecting 6-12% of women, often leading to infertility and menstrual irregularities. It is characterized by anovulation, polycystic ovaries, and hyperandrogenism, with a higher prevalence in obese, diabetic women, or those with a family history of PCOS. Symptoms include menstrual irregularity, hirsutism, acne, and obesity, with 30-75% of women with PCOS being overweight or obese. Acne, affecting 10-34% of women with PCOS, is linked to high androgen levels. Diagnosis requires ruling out other conditions and may involve signs of hyperandrogenism and ovarian dysfunction. Treatments for PCOS-related acne include typical acne therapies, hormonal treatments to reduce androgen production, and insulin-sensitizing agents like metformin.
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