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Symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - PCOS

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Updated November 26, 2003

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Other Names: PCOS, polycystic ovary syndrome, poly cystic ovaries

Symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

  • infertility
  • irregular or absent periods
  • excess hair on the face and/or body
  • male-pattern hair thinning
  • acne
  • obesity
  • lipid abnormalities

What are the treatments for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome?

Visit our Health Treatments Guide Index for more information about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and other women's health conditions.

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