Women's Health
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) - What Increases Your Risk
The main risk factor for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a family history of PCOS. Experts think that a combination of genes plays a part in PCOS.2 If you have the syndrome, your sisters and daughters have a 50% chance of developing PCOS.1
A family history of diabetes may increase your risk for PCOS because of the strong relationship between diabetes and PCOS. Research on this risk factor is ongoing.
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The use of the seizure medicine valproate (such as Depakote) has been linked to an increased risk of PCOS.1
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