2. Excess facial and body hair
If you’re a woman with chin whiskers, pay attention
You might find increased hair growth on your chin, chest, back, stomach and even toes.
3. Moodiness
You might experience depression or mood swings that seem out of character. Feeling a little down?
4. Acne
PCOS can also cause acne or very oily skin. Pimples might be very deep and painful.
5. Insulin-level issues
Excess insulin interferes with the ovaries’ ability to ovulate correctly.
Treatment
Treating PCOS is different for everybody. Your doctor may prescribe lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to help lose weight. Your doctor might also prescribe birth control to help regulate your period and to decrease androgen production.
Treating PCOS is different for everybody. Your doctor may prescribe lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to help lose weight. Your doctor might also prescribe birth control to help regulate your period and to decrease androgen production.
Each patient is different, though, so if you recognize any of the symptoms, you should talk to your doctor to get a diagnosis and learn the best way to treat your PCOS and symptoms.
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