When Alex Allan was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) aged 22 her GP told her the symptoms could only be ...

When Branneisha Cooper was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a common condition that affects one in 10 women of childbearing age, she thought medication might help with her irregular ...

Every morning, Jeni Gutke swallows 12 pills. In the evening, she takes 15 more, then another before bed. She also takes an injectable medication once weekly, and two other medications as needed. Gutke ...

Investigators assessed the use of different combined oral contraceptive pills for the treatment and management of polycystic ovary syndrome, as an update to recent evidence-based guidelines. While no ...

But as of late, there's been a new, unwelcome addition to my scroll: PillTok. PillTok is exactly what you think it is — a corner of TikTok that's filled with videos showing women who have 'quit' the ...

Medically reviewed by Khadeja Haye, MD Key Takeaways Inositol can help improve insulin sensitivity in people with ...

The symptoms of these two conditions are similar to side effects of hormonal contraception or may be covered up by the pill, ...

Johna Burdeos is a family mom, registered dietitian and freelance writer. Having provided nutrition care to many patients with acute and chronic medical conditions over the years, Johna is passionate ...

Dr. Hall also shares that "PCOS can also lead to increased hair growth on the face, hair, back and buttocks as well as hair thinning on the scalp. Many women also experience something called ...

People with PCOS may experience a wide range of symptoms, such as fatigue. Conditions that co-occur with PCOS can also cause fatigue, such as sleep disorders and mental health issues. Polycystic ...