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Usually, women who have PCOS have irregular, infrequent or no menstrual periods. They may also have trouble getting pregnant. Some women who have PCOS do not experience any symptoms.
Other signs and symptoms of PCOS may include:
- Acne
- Overweight and obesity
- Excessive hair growth on the face, nipple area, chest, lower abdomen and thighs
Women who have PCOS are more likely to have type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
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Source
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: It's Not Just Infertility by MH Hunter, MD, and JJ Sterrett, PHARM.D (American Family Physician September 01, 2000, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20000901/1079.html)
Written by familydoctor.org editorial staff
Reviewed/Updated: 08/10
Created: 09/00
