polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

October 2004

There's growing interest in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

It's the MOST common endocrine disorder in young women. It affects up to 10% of reproductive-age women.

These women usually have insulin resistance and evidence of increased androgens. This leads to irregular periods, infertility, obesity, and hirsutism.

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