Do I Have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

Do you have irregular menstrual periods?

Do you have fewer that nine periods a year (or more than 35 day between your periods)?

Do you have extremely heavy periods?

Have you completely lost your periods?

Do you have oily skin and excessive acne breakouts?

Do you have an excessive body hair growth, usually on your face, chin, chest, abdomen and back?

Are you overweight (your body mass index (BMI) is over 25)?

Have you gained weight since you first started having periods?

Do you have hair loss or thinning around the temples and vertex of the scalp?

Do you have dark patches of skin in the body creases (on your neck, in the groin, and under the breasts)?

Do you have headaches?

Do you have small excess flaps of skin in the armpits or neck area (skin tags)?

Do you have difficulty getting pregnant?

Do you have difficulty sleeping?

Do you feel anxious or depressed?

Has your mother, sister, or aunt ever been diagnosed with PCOS?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition characterized by hormonal imbalance. Women with PCOS produce more male hormones than normal. This condition affects ovaries and ovulation and often causes infertility in women. High levels of male hormones disturb the menstrual cycle causing irregular periods or a complete loss of menstruation. PCOS affects women of reproductive age (between 15 and 44), and about 5 million women in the US have this disorder. The exact cause of this condition is unknown, but women with PCOS often have a family history of it.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women in their reproductive age. Women with PCOS have high levels of androgens (male hormones). PCOS refers to a group of symptoms such as cysts in your ovaries, increased levels of male hormones and irregular periods. Women with PCOS often have high levels of insulin and increased risk for type 2 diabetes. Since PCOS negatively affects ovulation, women with this condition have trouble getting pregnant. Diagnosing PCOS includes a physical and pelvic examination, blood tests and ultrasound.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem caused by imbalance of reproductive hormones. Women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones and metabolic problems that can seriously affect their health and appearance. Most women get diagnosed with PCOS in their 20s or 30s, but it can happen at any time after puberty. PCOS can be the cause of infertility in women, but it can be treated. Talk to your doctor about the treatment that can help you ovulate. Your doctor will recommend lifestyle and dietary changes as well.