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Obstetrics · Obstetrics
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. It is caused by a variety of reasons such as genetics, lifestyle factors and environmental influences.
PCOS can cause infertility due to the excess production of male hormones known as androgens which disrupt the normal functioning of ovulation. This in turn prevents proper formation or maturation of eggs from the ovaries, resulting in poor egg quality and irregular cycles causing difficulty conceiving. PCOS can also interfere with implantation—making it more difficult for an embryo to attach itself to the uterine wall during pregnancy—which increases chances for miscarriage.
Other common symptoms that may contribute to infertility include insulin resistance (a condition where cells don’t respond properly to insulin), weight gain, oily skin, thinning hair on head, cysts forming on or near ovaries and inflammation inside pelvic area due to excessive testosterone production by the adrenal glands. It’s important for those affected by PCOS to make lifestyle modifications such as eating healthy food, exercising regularly, reducing stress levels and quitting smoking or drinking alcohol if any present since these activities can affect hormonal balance further worsening symptoms like infertility.
Treating PCOS related-infertility involves restoring regular menstrual cycle using medications like oral contraceptives or progesterone followed later if needed with assisted reproductive procedures like In vitro fertilization (IVF). If you’ve been trying unsuccessfully for more than one year but haven't achieved success yet then seeking professional consultation about yourcondition would be beneficial!
