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PCOS Symptoms: Irregular Cycles & Hirsutism by Mabelle Esconde Acosta is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Irregular periods, excess facial and body hair, and enlarged ovaries with follicles are common signs and symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) that can develop during puberty or in response to weight gain. A diagnosis of PCOS requires experiencing at least two of the following signs: irregular or prolonged menstrual cycles, elevated male hormone levels leading to excess hair growth and acne, or polycystic ovaries that fail to function regularly.
- Author
- Mabelle Esconde Acosta
- Language
- EN