Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
PCOS is becoming more common and is a result of underlying insulin resistance. Common symptoms include struggling to lose weight, hair loss, excess hair growth on the face and body, acne, greasy skin, irregular periods and fertility problems. It is often misdiagnosed if women are not showing all the symptoms.
Common symptoms:
Acne, excess hair growth (hirsuitism), greasy skin and hair, hair thinning, irregular periods or absence of periods, weight gain, insulin resistance, fertility problems
Treatment:
Metformin to help manage insulin resistance.
Spironolactone to help with androgenic symptoms
Progesterone in luteal phase of the cycle
Contraceptive pill
Diet and lifestyle factors
