Four distinct subgroups of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have been identified in an international study published in Nature Medicine by researchers from Karolinska Institutet, among others. The ...

A common hormone disorder among women of reproductive age has been linked to an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events and pregnancy outcomes at the time of birth, according to a new study ...

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The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but it is common to see it in women with a family history of PCOS, insulin resistance, or metabolic syndrome. Due to insulin resistance being linked to obesity, ...

PCOS is one of the most common causes of female infertility and affects up to 12 percent of women of reproductive age in the U.S., according to the CDC, often causing irregular periods, excess hair ...

The results of a study by researchers at Karolinska Institutet indicate that sons of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are three times more likely to develop obesity. The team made their ...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) causes a myriad of symptoms including weight gain around the abdomen. “PCOS belly” is the result of hormonal imbalances and insulin resistance. To get rid of a PCOS ...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders affecting women of reproductive age. Beyond menstrual irregularities and fertility challenges, many women with PCOS ...

Dr. Kecia Gaither, M.D., is a double board-certified physician in OB-GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine, currently serving as the director of perinatal services and director of maternal fetal medicine ...

WOODSTOCK, N.Y., April 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, April 19, at 8:00PM EDT Fertile Heart welcomes Dr. Belinda Anderson to the Fertile Heart Guest Teacher Series facilitated by author Julia ...

A study in humans and lab animals suggests that an antimalarial drug might treat the root cause of PCOS symptoms. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here ...