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What hormonal changes occur in women with PCOS and PCOD?
Hormonal Changes is caused with both Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Polycystic Ovarion Disease (PCOD) in women, but their effect on ovaries vary person to person. Some common changes which are generally associated with these issues are: Elevated Androgens: Testosterone and other male hormonesRead more
Hormonal Changes is caused with both Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Polycystic Ovarion Disease (PCOD) in women, but their effect on ovaries vary person to person. Some common changes which are generally associated with these issues are:
Elevated Androgens: Testosterone and other male hormones are frequently present in greater amounts in women suffering with PCOS/PCOD. Hair loss, acne and excessive hair growth are some of the symptoms that may be associated from this.
Insulin Resistance: Insulin resistance raises insulin levels in the body and is most likely a common symptom seen in women suffering with PCOS/PCOD.
Irregualrity in Gonadotropins: An increased ratio of luteinizing hormone (LH) to follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is indicative of the irregular gonadotropins. Menstrual cycles may be interfered with by this imbalance.
Progesterone Deficiency: Low progesterone levels can also result from irregular ovulation.
Changes in Estrogen Levels: Estrogen levels can be quite irregular too. It often leads to a higher estrogen-to-progesterone ratio.
In this way, the clinical signs of PCOS/PCOD, such as irregular menstruation, infertility, metabolic problems, and an elevated risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, are partly caused by these hormonal alterations.
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