If you answer “yes” to
any of the questions below, you will benefit from making an
appointment with us.
These are only some of the symptoms you might have if you have
PCOS. Doctors often miss the diagnosis of PCOS because the symptoms
vary widely.
The underlying problem in PCOS is insulin resistance (where
insulin is unable to properly do its job of moving glucose
from the blood into the cells). High levels of insulin in
turn stimulate the ovaries to produce large amounts of the
male hormone testosterone causing infertility, irregular periods,
acne and excessive facial or body hair putting patients at
higher risk for weight gain, diabetes and heart disease. The
goal is to decrease the insulin resistance and correct the
hormonal imbalance.