Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) are two of the most common hormonal disorders affecting women in their reproductive years. While these conditions are often ...

PCOS symptoms include increased acne and male-pattern hair growth, such as hair growing on a woman's chin or chest. (Photo: Getty Images) Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal ...

The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but it is common to see it in women with a family history of PCOS, insulin resistance, or metabolic syndrome. Due to insulin resistance being linked to obesity, ...

This article was reviewed by Jessica Shepherd, MD. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), also called polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a condition that impacts women of reproductive age. It gets its name ...

For something that affects around 6-10% of Canadian women and AFAB people, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often goes undiscussed. Even if you are someone that considers themselves to be generally ...

Beccy holds a PhD in Biological Science, a Master’s in Molecular Biology of Parasites and Disease Vectors, and a Bachelor’s in Human Biology and Forensic Science. Beccy holds a PhD in Biological ...

Many people in India face the frustration of irregular periods, unexplained weight gain, and fatigue that seem to point to ...

PCOS symptoms include excess hair growth, weight gain, acne, darkened skin, and thinning hair. Women with PCOS may also experience irregular periods because of disrupted ovulation. It's important to ...

Soon after graduating from college, in 2012, Molly Moran started losing her hair. It fell out in clumps every time she showered. “I Googled it and read that, apparently, it’s normal to lose some hair ...