A String of Pearls: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) or PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) is a common endocrine system disorder among women of reproductive age, affecting 5-10% of women. PCOS involves irregular ovulation in combination with excess male hormones (androgens) and possibly polycystic (many cysts) ovaries. The cysts looks like little pearls on the ovaries (as seen on an ultrasound), causing hormone imbalances.
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