What is PCOS?

PCOS- (Polycystic ovary syndrome) is a hormonal disorder common in women of reproductive age. These women may have infrequent menstrual periods and excess male hormone (androgen) levels seen as acne with excessive hair growth on various body parts. The ovaries may be enlarged with numerous small cysts (fluid filled follicles) preventing regularly egg development and release(ovulation problem). PCOS is known as a syndrome due to its long term implications on various organs of the body like the heart, kidneys etc., leading to Diabetes, Hypertension in the older ages