Infertility
PCOS Types and Treatments
1 in 10 women struggling with infertility have been diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome.), making it the leading cause of female infertility. Though this challenge is common, not all forms of PCOS are the same, and not all fertility solutions are the same. There are two main categories of PCOS -- Insulin-Resistant PCOS and Non-Insulin Resistant PCOS -- that can also be broken down further into 5 types (as shown in the table below). Type 1: Insulin-Resistant PCOS Symptoms This is sometimes considered the “classical” form of PCOS. It often includes the common symptoms of weight gain, ovulatory challenges...
What is PCOS and What are the Symptoms?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic endocrine disorder in women. It is one of the most common causes of female infertility. PCOS can cause missed or irregular menstrual periods. Women with PCOS may have false positive ovulation test results due to higher LH levels. There are other possible symptoms including ovaries that are large or have cysts, infertility, weight gain, excess body hair, baldness or thinning of hair, acne, small pieces of excess skin, or dark or thick patches on the skin. Since a lot of health issues cause these symptoms, they may not lead to an awareness of...