Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: All you need to know about this reproductive condition

PCOS can lead to several long-term health concerns. For instance, many people with PCOS face an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes due to insulin resistance.

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Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a health condition that affects about five to 10 percent of women.

It can cause irregular periods, high levels of certain hormones that may lead to acne, extra hair growth, or thinning hair on the scalp, and small cysts on the ovaries.

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