Polycystic ovarian syndrome: Enigma and ignorance
Summary In polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS, the name associated with the presence of multiple small cysts in the ovary, is related to anovulation, infertility and features due to higher than usual levels of male hormones. Alternative names used for this condition also include polycystic ovaries, polycystic ovary disease, Stein-Leventhal syndrome and polyfollicular ovarian disease. The signs and symptoms of PCOS manifest early after the first menstrual period during puberty. Excess androgen. Elevated levels of the male hormone can cause physical signs, such as excess facial and body hair (hirsutism), and sometimes severe acne and male pattern baldness. Unfortunately, frequently due to medical incompetence, the diagnosis is delayed till later life, compromising women's life quality. Polycystic ovary syndrome Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a disease in which women has high levels of androgens (male) hormones. Many problems can occur as a result of this increa...