Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, also known as PCOS, is one of the disorders that negatively affects both fertility and the quality of life of the person. PCOS, defined as cyst formation in the ovaries, can manifest itself in many different ways. Polycystic ovary syndrome, which is likely to cause infertility in the long term, can be treated and controlled when diagnosed early. Although many people think of cancer when it comes to cyst formation, the cysts that cause PCOS are benign.

What are the Symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

This syndrome, which does not have many symptoms at the beginning, can cause many problems from menstrual irregularity to insulin resistance in the medium and long term. PCOS generally manifests itself with symptoms such as weight gain, acne, menstrual irregularity, and hair growth. A large number of cysts appearing in the ovaries cause irregularity in ovulation at some point and an increase in androgen level is triggered. This causes problems such as hair growth, acne and hair loss.

If we count the symptoms of PCOS in general;

• Irregular period
• Acne
• Fatigue in the face area
• Hair loss
• Hairiness, especially in the face area
• Change in tone of voice
• Symptoms such as spotting and tone changes on the skin indicate that the person has polycystic ovary syndrome.

How is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Diagnosed?

PCOS, one of the most common hormonal disorders seen in 10 out of 100 women, can usually be diagnosed with blood or hormone tests. FSH, LH and androgen levels are checked in blood and hormone tests. However, it is also important to examine the ovaries with ultrasound in order to make a differential diagnosis, determine the level of PCOS and make a treatment plan. When the symptoms start to show themselves, it is important to go to a specialist and start treatment as soon as possible. Depending on PCOS that is not treated for a long time, many problems such as infertility, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and masculine hair growth may occur. Special surgical intervention may be required to reduce the cysts affecting the ovaries, and if the problem is not too advanced, the situation can be controlled with medication.