 Polycystic
Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a major cause of infertility.
This condition is also known as Sclerocystic Ovarian Disease, Stein-Leventhal Syndrome, Chronic Anovulatory
Syndrome and Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD).
It is the most common female endocrine (hormonal) disorder and is characterized
by multiple abnormal ovarian cysts. Most ovarian cysts are harmless, fluid-filled
sacs containing immature eggs that attach to the ovaries. But multiple
cysts, with a typical appearance of "a string of pearls" or "pearl
necklace", are a hallmark of PCOS. An estimated 5-10% of women of
childbearing age are affected by Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and
it is one of the leading
causes of infertility. Post-menopausal women can also suffer from PCOS.
Most PCOS sufferers are overweight or obese. But women of normal weight
and even lean females can also suffer from this insidious condition.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can be a silent killer. Since the symptoms
of PCOS can vary so widely from woman to woman, doctors very often
misdiagnose the condition. This oversight became a matter of critical concern
after a study conducted in 2000 found that women suffering from PCOS have
a higher risk of coronary heart disease.
Symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can include excessive weight gain and obesity, irregular,
heavy or completely absent periods, ovarian cysts, excessive facial or
body hair, Alopecia (male pattern hair loss), acne, skin tags (growths
from the skin), Acanthosis Nigricans (brown skin patches) high cholesterol
levels, exhaustion or lack of mental alertness, decreased sex drive and
excess male hormones. Other symptoms also include sleep apnea ( breathing
problems during sleeping), thyroid disorders and depression and anxiety.
Insulin Resistance-related obesity and Polycystic
Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) are causative factors behind infertility,
which the Insulite
PCOS System can help to reverse. It is specifically designed to lower
levels of the male hormone testosterone and reduce weight gain by reversing
the symptoms of PCOS in combination with a balanced, nutritious diet and
regular exercise. By decreasing testosterone, you'll reduce ovarian cysts.
Helping to re-establish the delicate balance of your hormones, enhances
the likelihood of ovulation, without which there is no chance of becoming
pregnant.
You may be interested in some of our Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs) about PCOS and the Insulite PCOS System.
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