Polycystic Ovary Syndromes
Polycystic ovary syndromes (PCOS) are conditions where the ovaries generate abnormal high androgen amounts, which are the sex hormones of males that should only be present in tiny amounts in women. The higher androgen levels may prevent the ovaries from successfully releasing their eggs every menstrual cycle. The name of the condition describes the forming of multiple small cysts within the ovary. However, not all with PCOS will develop costs.
Ovulation usually occurs when mature eggs are released from the ovary. The reason why it happens is so that the male sperm can fertilize it. If it fails to be fertilized, it’s sent out of the body on the next period. In specific cases, some women may not be able to produce enough hormones to ovulate. If ovulation doesn’t happen, the ovaries can develop tiny cysts responsible for the creation of androgens. These cause menstrual cycle problems and most of the condition’s symptoms.
The symptoms associated with polycystic ovary syndromes are missed, irregular, or light periods, enlarged ovaries, development of cysts, excess or increase in body hair, weight gain, acne, thinning hair, and infertility. It can also potentially lead to conditions like diabetes.
