Irregular menstrual periods can accidentally be PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)

“Irregular menstruation”, a symptom that many women are concerned about, whether late or early, are all signs of abnormalities that occur within the body. Especially if there are other symptoms, such as acne, black hair, weight gain easily. or infertility We may suspect that we are suffering from PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome).

PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome Found about 5-10 percent of women of reproductive age. The mechanism of its occurrence is still unknown. It can be caused by hormonal imbalances such as androgen hormones. high male hormones, insulin resistance, obesity, inflammation in the body or genetic Causes many small cysts in the ovary.

The symptoms of most PCOS patients include the following main symptoms: 

• Irregular menstruation It may come unevenly, it may take a long time, it may come more or less abnormally several months in a row due to abnormal ovulation
• Infertility because pregnancy depends on ovulation. Some PCOS patients may experience abortion for some months. Or some people may not ovulate at all. As a result, it is difficult to have a chance to get pregnant.
• Show symptoms of high testosterone, such as hair growth on the face and other parts of the body, abnormal acne, a change in voice, or hereditary baldness. (Male-Pattern Baldness), which causes hair loss and thinning hair.
• Other symptoms such as abnormal weight gain may occur. or feeling depressed have depression due to various abnormal symptoms that occur

However, the symptoms that appear in each person may differ. If there is an abnormal signal You should undergo ongoing diagnosis and treatment with a doctor.

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