PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a genetic, hormonal, metabolic, and reproductive disorder that affects women. It can affect women of all ages and throughout their life. PCOS also affects women of all ethnic groups and races.
Women with PCOS may have excess levels of what's commonly known as male hormones and may have irregular or prolonged periods. The ovaries may develop numerous follicles and fail to regulary release eggs. PCOS is a leading cause of female infertility. PCOS can also lead to obesity, depression, type 2 diabetes, and other serious conditions.