Updated: Aug 12, 2020
What is PCOS?
PCOS stands for Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome and is one of the most common disorders of menses amongst Canadian women, as approximately 1.4 million women are affected. This is seen as a genetic disorder with symptoms of an irregular menstrual cycle and infertility caused by the inability to ovulate. Most women may not even know they have PCOS until they are diagnosed or begin the process of trying to conceive.
According to Western Medicine, most women who have PCOS will have one of the primary symptoms that are listed below:
Irregular or absence of menstrual periods
Ovulation dysfunction
Excessive facial and body hair growth
Acne & skin problems
Male-pattern scalp hair thinning
Insulin resistance; higher risk of developing diabetes
Mood changes – Depression, anxiety, easily stressed out
