The Hazards of Polycystic Ovary

Dec 22, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My husband and I have been married for several years, but I haven't become pregnant. After a hospital examination, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). What are the health risks associated with PCOS?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder in women with far-reaching and widespread effects. It may lead to insulin resistance, thereby increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes, and can cause obesity and acanthosis nigricans, significantly affecting patients' physical appearance and quality of life. PCOS may also result in abnormally elevated levels of androgens, which can not only trigger acne on the face and body but also impair female fertility, leading to infertility. Timely diagnosis and treatment of PCOS are crucial. Patients should actively cooperate with their doctors' treatment plans and adjust their lifestyles to achieve recovery as soon as possible.