You’d be surprised how common PCOS really is… and even more surprised with how often it goes unnoticed and undiagnosed. Let’s talk about it 🩷⬇️ Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a hormonal condition that affects people with ovaries, usually during their reproductive years. It involves an imbalance of hormones (often elevated androgens) which can affect menstrual cycle, skin, hair, and metabolism. PCOS is said to affect an estimated 6 – 13% worldwide. But, because PCOS is under-diagnosed, most cases

Polycystic ovaries are one of the most common symptoms of PCOS. And, due to the name PCOS, probably the symptom most often thought of when PCOS is discussed. But it is important to note that these are two different things / PCOS and PCO are not one in the same.. Polycystic ovaries are a finding on an ultrasound as seen in the video. Whereas PCOS is a complex metabolic & hormonal condition. Important facts to understand: ➡️ You can have polycystic ovaries on ultrasound and NOT have PCOS ➡️ You ca