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how to know the symptoms of the’ polycystic ovary
The syndrome of the’polycystic ovarian syndrome is hormonal related disorders that most commonly manifests between the girls and women of reproductive age, particularly those between the ages of 18 and 44 years old. The lack of physical activity, l’obesity, the overproduction of testosterone (a male sex hormone present in women in small quantities) and a family history of the syndrome of the’polycystic ovary are the most common factors involved in this condition.The resistance’insulin is also a common cause, as it is the main factor in the increase of testosterone levels. L’insulin is a hormone produced naturally by the body to lower the blood glucose. This syndrome is the most common cause of infertility among women. The disorder causes infertility anovulatoria, or a lack of ovulation. L’ovulation is the reproductive process in which the ovaries produce a mature egg each month. There is no cure for the syndrome of the’polycystic ovary. However, lifestyle changes such as l’up’physical activity and weight loss are able to control significantly the symptoms. Also, birth control pills, as well as other drugs such as metformin and clomiphene, are common treatments, the doctor may decide to prescribe. We will then how to know the symptoms of the’ polycystic ovarian syndrome:
a menstrual cycle irregular persistent is the most common symptom. The disorder causes an overload of testosterone in the body. This excess testosterone leads to the growth of cysts in the ovaries . The cysts prevent the ovaries from releasing eggs, preventing menstruation. Some women may also experience l’ amenorrhea, that is, l’ absence of cycle for 6 months or more. Another common symptom is l’ excessive hair growth on face and on the body , known as hirsutism, which is a side effect of the overload of testosterone and is one of the most common symptoms , while the hair, become fragile and may fall out. Also l’ acne that continues after the age of 25, could be a bell d’ alarm, as well as l’ to gain excessive weight, high blood pressure, the appearance of dark spots on the skin and l’ depressed mood. In all these cases it is advisable to have a visit.
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