Chapter 1 of 5
Definition
Chapter 1 of 5
Definition
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What is PCOS?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition that affects female hormonal and metabolic status. It is one of the leading causes of female infertility.
It is estimated that 1 in 10 women are affected by PCOS worldwide.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition that affects female hormonal and metabolic status. It is one of the leading causes of female infertility.
It is estimated that 1 in 10 women are affected by PCOS worldwide.
The WHO reports that up to 70% of women with PCOS remain undiagnosed.
Many only discover they have it when struggling to get pregnant. PCOS alone doesn’t cause pain, and its symptoms can easily be confused with other conditions, making diagnosis challenging without proper screening.
It is essential to understand that PCOS is a chronic condition that does not have a cure, but its symptoms can be managed.
Despite the name 'Polycystic Ovary Syndrome', you can still be diagnosed with PCOS even if you don’t have polycystic ovaries. We’ll explore this further in Chapter 3, but first, let’s discuss the symptoms in Chapter 2.