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What Not to Eat When You Have PCOS?
Managing symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome requires maintaining a proper PCOS diet that includes avoiding the following foods.
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What Are Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Symptoms?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), also known by the name Stein-Leventhal syndrome, is a hormonal problem that causes women to have a variety of symptoms including irregular or no menstrual periods, acne, obesity, and excess hair growth. Treatment of PCOS depends partially on the woman's stage of life and the symptoms of PCOS.
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Can I Get Pregnant With PCOS Naturally?
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder that affects reproductive-aged women. Having PCOS does not mean natural conception is impossible. PCOS is common and treatable for women with fertility issues.
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Can I Get Pregnant With PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Naturally?
What to know about getting pregnant naturally with PCOS. Learn about the possibilities, risks, and things to consider if you have PCOS.
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What Happens When You Get Pregnant With PCOS?
Women with PCOS have irregular periods, and some have numerous small cysts on the ovaries that can affect fertility. Pregnant women with PCOS may experience complications during pregnancy.
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Can You Feel an Ovarian Tumor?
Ovarian cancer is a disease in which the abnormal cells in the ovary begin to grow and divide in an uncontrolled manner forming a mass of undifferentiated tumor cells. These cells tend to invade the local tissues and spread to the other organs deteriorating their function.
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What Is PCOS, and How Do I Know If I Have It?
The diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can be most accurately made by a doctor who will examine you and order certain blood tests and other investigations. The symptoms of PCOS may or may not be definitive at times.
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What Is the Most Effective Treatment for PCOS?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that is best treated through lifestyle changes and medications.
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What Causes PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition that causes imbalances in the reproductive hormones in women.
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Prevention & Wellness
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