A new study shows that hyperandrogenism—a key characteristic of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)—affects immune cell populations in reproductive, metabolic and immunological tissues in a PCOS-like ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Overall biodiversity of the gut microbiome is decreased in polycystic ovary syndrome. Animal models suggest diet ...

Share on Pinterest After years of debate, global experts announced that PCOS will now be called PMOS to better reflect the multisystem effects it has on the body ...

Patients with PCOS have higher levels of androgens, leading to increased visceral fat that results in insulin resistance, overall weight gain, and ultimately obesity. This is the second installment of ...

The gut microbiome plays a huge role in the health of women with PCOS. 9dream studio/Shutterstock Despite its prevalence, a significant number – up to 70% – of PCOS cases worldwide go undiagnosed.

Having polycystic ovary syndrome puts you at higher risk of developing fatty liver disease. Lifestyle strategies and prescription medication can decrease your risk. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is ...

Some people experience PCOS symptoms after stopping hormonal birth control. The informal name for this is post-pill PCOS. These symptoms are typically temporary and resolve without medical ...

The female reproductive cycle is regulated by a balance of hormone exchanges between the brain's pituitary gland and the ovaries. The pituitary gland first releases follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), ...

This is the first installment of a 6-part series on the management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In this installment, Danielle R. Stratton, DNP, RN, PPCNP-BC, will discuss the basics of the ...