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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) - Topic Overview

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It can be hard to deal with having PCOS. If you are feeling sad or depressed, it may help to talk to a counselor or to other women who have PCOS. Ask your doctor about local support groups, or look for an online group. It can make a big difference to know that you are not alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learning about PCOS:	What is PCOS? What causes PCOS? What are the symptoms of PCOS? What increases my risk for PCOS? Who is affected by PCOS? When do I need to see a doctor? Are there other medical conditions that have symptoms similar to PCOS?
Being diagnosed:	How is PCOS diagnosed? What tests will I need? Do I need to see a specialist?
Getting treatment:	What treatment will I need? Do I have different choices for treatment? Will I need to take medicines? Will I need surgery? What treatments are available for excess hair growth? What treatments are available for infertility?
Ongoing concerns:	How will my fertility be affected? Will I have heart problems from PCOS? Will I get diabetes?
Living with PCOS:	What follow-up will I need?

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Last Updated: May 11, 2010

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