Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine system disorder in women where the ovaries become enlarged and retain fluid. PCOS symptoms include irregular or missed periods, excessive body hair, high levels of the hormone insulin, and weight gain. Exact causes are unknown, but excess insulin, general inflammation and heredity (in the family) are thought to play a role.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Adolescent Medicine
A pediatric primary care program specializing in pediatric and adolescent medicine, providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care for teens and young adults.
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Endocrinology
A program providing diabetes and endocrine care, including management of diabetes and conditions affecting the thyroid, adrenal glands, bone health, and hormones, with testing, im…
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Gynecology
Comprehensive care within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, where gynecologist and obstetrician specialists provide preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment for women’…
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Menstrual Disorders Clinic
A pediatric primary care program providing evaluation, diagnosis, and personalized care for adolescent irregular menstruation, led by an experienced adolescent gynecologist.
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Obstetrics and Gynecology
A department providing women’s reproductive healthcare and other OBGYN services across all stages of life, including pregnancy, fertility, menstrual and pelvic conditions, bladder…
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Endocrinology (Pediatrics)
A program within the Department of Pediatrics where pediatric endocrinologists provide care and long-term management for pediatric diabetes and hormone-related conditions, includi…
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Refugee Women's Health Clinic
A clinic within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology providing women’s health services to refugees, asylum seekers, and recent immigrants, including reproductive and prenat…
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Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Specialty care within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, where a reproductive endocrinologist diagnoses and treats hormone-related reproductive conditions and infertilit…
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Women’s Health Group
A program within Adult Primary Care providing women’s services and female healthcare, including routine exams, reproductive care, preventive screenings, menopause support, and wel…