PCOS is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. This illness affect almost 6% of the population of women. When it was first discovered, in 1905, it was known as Stein-Leventhal Syndrome. PCOS often occurs with other illnesses such as Cushing's Syndrome and Ovarian and adrenal tumors. PCOS is an endocrinologic disorder of undetermined etiology. This is a very painful illness. It puts your body through allot.

Side Effects

Irregular periods

Excessive Hair Growth

Infertility

Excessive Weight Gain

Carbohydrate Addiction

Cystic Ovaries

Long Range Side Effects

Heart Disease

Uterine and Ovarian Cancer

Diabeties

Depression

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