{"id":176826,"date":"2020-08-04T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-04T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/"},"modified":"2021-04-29T14:56:33","modified_gmt":"2021-04-29T12:56:33","slug":"pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/","title":{"rendered":"PCOS &#8211; a syndrome that every woman should be familiar with"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/#PCOS_%E2%80%93_what_exactly_is_it\" title=\"PCOS \u2013 what exactly is it?\">PCOS \u2013 what exactly is it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/#Symptoms_of_PCOS\" title=\"Symptoms of PCOS\">Symptoms of PCOS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/#Causes_of_PCOS\" title=\"Causes of PCOS\">Causes of PCOS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/#PCOS_and_hormones\" title=\"PCOS and hormones\">PCOS and hormones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/pcos-a-syndrome-that-every-woman-should-be-familiar-with\/#Diagnosis_and_treatment_of_PCOS\" title=\"Diagnosis and treatment of PCOS\">Diagnosis and treatment of PCOS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>PCOS<\/strong> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">stands for <strong>Polycystic Ovary Syndrome<\/strong>, and <strong>every woman<\/strong> who has started menstruating should be familiar with it. It affects <strong>a large number of women<\/strong> around the world, and many <strong>may not even know it.<\/strong> Experts do not know the exact cause, but it <strong>may also be related to insulin resistance<\/strong>. Learn about <strong>PCOS,<\/strong> its <strong>symptoms, types, complications<\/strong> and <strong>diagnosis<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PCOS_%E2%80%93_what_exactly_is_it\"><\/span><strong>PCOS \u2013 what exactly is it?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PCOS<\/strong> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">or <strong>Polycystic Ovary Syndrome<\/strong> is a female disease that <strong>affects the levels of female hormones.<\/strong> It affects at least <strong>7% of adult women,<\/strong> and research shows that <strong>5% to 10%<\/strong> of women between the ages of <strong>18 and 44<\/strong> may suffer from the syndrome in the <strong>United States<\/strong>. As a result, it is <strong>the most common endocrine abnormality<\/strong> among women of childbearing age in the United States. Although we present statistics from the USA, PCOS applies to women from <strong>different parts of the world<\/strong> and they should definitely know the necessary information about it.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1] [2]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/syndr\u00f3m-polycystick\u00fdch-vaje\u010dn\u00edkov-1124x746.jpg\" alt=\"Polycystic Ovary Syndrome\" class=\"wp-image-175642\" width=\"843\" height=\"560\" title=\"Polycystic Ovary Syndrome\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/syndr\u00f3m-polycystick\u00fdch-vaje\u010dn\u00edkov-1124x746.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/syndr\u00f3m-polycystick\u00fdch-vaje\u010dn\u00edkov-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/syndr\u00f3m-polycystick\u00fdch-vaje\u010dn\u00edkov-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/syndr\u00f3m-polycystick\u00fdch-vaje\u010dn\u00edkov.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">In 2012, the syndrome affected about <strong>116 million women<\/strong> worldwide, representing <strong>3.4%.<\/strong> In countries such as the <strong>USA, Great Britain, Australia, Greece or Spain,<\/strong> the incidence of PCOS according to the NIH (National Institute of Health) diagnostic criteria is at the level of <strong>6% &#8211; 9%.<\/strong> A much more frightening fact is that globally <strong>the incidence of PCOS is variable,<\/strong> its values \u200b\u200bcan be <strong>between 2.2% and 26%.<\/strong> A <strong>2012<\/strong> study points to the fact that many women live with this syndrome without being diagnosed. That is why it is crucial to raise awareness of it and point out its symptoms and possible risks.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [3] [4] [5]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Polycystic ovaries refer to a condition in which there are many <strong>fluid-filled sacs<\/strong> inside the ovaries. These are <strong>follicles<\/strong> containing <strong>an immature egg.<\/strong> The term &#8220;polycystic&#8221; itself is <strong>a combination<\/strong> of the words <strong>&#8220;poly&#8221;<\/strong> in the sense of <strong>&#8220;many&#8221;<\/strong> and &#8220;cyst&#8221;. Some of the women suffering from this syndrome have <strong>cysts on their ovaries.<\/strong> However, the name can also be considered <strong>partly misleading,<\/strong> as <strong>many women with PCOS do not have cysts.<\/strong> Therefore, it may not apply to all women. In this article we will introduce you to the types of PCOS and their differences.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [6]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">PCOS was first described by <strong>I. F. Stein and M. Leventhal<\/strong> about 80 years ago in a work called Amenorrhea associated with polycystic ovaries. It has been described as oligo-amenorrhea and polycystic ovary syndrome, which are variably associated with <strong>obesity, acne and hirsutism,<\/strong> i.e. increased hair, for example on the face. The syndrome has been dealt with by experts for many years, but currently only its symptoms can be treated.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9] [10] [11]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_PCOS\"><\/span><strong>Symptoms of PCOS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">PCOS has several symptoms that may <strong>indicate its presence.<\/strong> They can occur <strong>during the first menstruation in puberty,<\/strong> but this is not the rule. PCOS can also <strong>develop later,<\/strong> for example with <strong>weight gain.<\/strong> The symptoms of PCOS should be known to women of all ages so that it can be diagnosed early. In addition, the <strong>symptoms of PCOS<\/strong> are usually <strong>more severe in the case of obesity.<\/strong> It is important to add that the symptoms listed below may <strong>manifest to varying degrees,<\/strong> and <strong>not all of them<\/strong>. It is possible that some women with PCOS only have <strong>problems with menstruation<\/strong> or <strong>conception<\/strong>.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [8]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/CBD-a-\u00fa\u013eava-od-bolesti-1124x749-1.jpg\" alt=\"Symptoms of PCOS\" class=\"wp-image-175717\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Symptoms of PCOS\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/CBD-a-\u00fa\u013eava-od-bolesti-1124x749-1.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/CBD-a-\u00fa\u013eava-od-bolesti-1124x749-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Irregular menstruation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\"><strong>Deviations from regular menstruation<\/strong> are <strong>the most common manifestation<\/strong> of the syndrome. <strong>Prolonged<\/strong> or <strong>irregular periods<\/strong> can manifest themselves, for example, by <strong>more than 35 days<\/strong> between periods, <strong>less than 9 menstruations<\/strong> per year, or <strong>difficult periods.<\/strong> This symptom is manifested in laboratory values \u200b\u200bby <strong>high levels of luteinizing hormone.<\/strong> You can also observe the symptom on yourself, so if in doubt, it is not a bad idea to seek an expert.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [12]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong><strong>Hyperandrogenism<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">The second symptom is a physical manifestation, which you can also observe on the body. The term itself refers to the <strong>increased secretion of androgens<\/strong> &#8211; male sex hormones. This symptom is manifested by <strong>higher levels of testosterone and androstenedione<\/strong> when measured in the laboratory. Clinical examination reveals <strong>acne, hirsutism, acanthosis nigricans skin disease<\/strong> and <strong>androgenetic alopecia<\/strong> (a form of hair loss). Simply put, due to the increased production of male sex hormones, women with PCOS already experience <strong>acne, hair growth, hair loss and specific skin diseases.<\/strong> These symptoms and delayed periods may indicate the occurrence of PCOS.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [12] [13] [14]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/PCOS-a-androg\u00e9ny-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Symptoms of PCOS\" class=\"wp-image-175603\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Symptoms of PCOS\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/PCOS-a-androg\u00e9ny-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/PCOS-a-androg\u00e9ny-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/PCOS-a-androg\u00e9ny-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/PCOS-a-androg\u00e9ny.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong><strong><strong>Polycystic ovaries<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">The third symptom of the disease, unlike the previous ones, is <strong>visible<\/strong> with the help of <strong>an ultrasonograph.<\/strong> It is manifested in the way that your <strong>ovaries<\/strong> can <strong>enlarge<\/strong> and contain <strong>12 or more follicles in 1 ovary.<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [12]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"29089,36631,29059,29401,29378,5585,7974\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PCOS phenotypes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">The Rotterdam criteria<\/span><\/strong> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">divided PCOS into <strong>4 phenotypes<\/strong> because it can be manifested as different diseases<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[12]<\/span>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Classic polycystic ovary PCOS<\/strong> (Frank or classic ovary PCOS) &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">their manifestations include<\/span><strong> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">polycystic ovaries, hyperandrogenism and chronic anovulation<\/span>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Classic non-polycystic ovary<\/span> PCOS<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Manifestations of this type are<\/span> <strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">hyperandrogenism, chronic anovulation, <\/span><\/strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">but<\/span><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\"> normal ovaries<\/span>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Non-classic ovulatory PCOS<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">the difference between the previous types is that the manifestations are<\/span> <strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">hyperandrogenism, polycystic ovaries, <\/span><\/strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">but <\/span><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">a regular menstrual cycle<\/span>.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Non-classic mild or normoandrogenic PCOS<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">the last type indicates its difference in the name, its manifestations are <strong>chronic anovulation, polycystic ovaries,<\/strong> but the difference is <strong>androgens in the norm.<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_PCOS\"><\/span><strong>Causes of PCOS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Unfortunately, the <strong>exact<\/strong> and unambiguous <strong>causes of PCOS<\/strong> are <strong>not entirely clear.<\/strong> <strong>PCOS<\/strong> is associated with <strong>the inability of normal egg production<\/strong>, and scientists believe that <strong>higher levels of androgens<\/strong> are causing these problems. One reason for the spread of PCOS may be <strong>a genetic predisposition.<\/strong> Another reason, according to scientists, is <strong>the higher level of androgenic hormones<\/strong> associated with <strong>excessive inflammation.<\/strong> For this reason, women suffering from PCOS encounter <strong>increased inflammation<\/strong> in the body. An interesting fact is that women with PCOS have been found to have some <strong>type of inflammation at a low level,<\/strong> and this is what <strong>causes the production of androgens<\/strong> in polycystic ovaries.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">The last important factor is <strong>insulin resistance,<\/strong> as up to <strong>70% of women<\/strong> with PCOS also suffer such resistance. It is the resistance of cells to respond properly to insulin in the bloodstream. <strong>The pancreas<\/strong> then <strong>produces more insulin,<\/strong> resulting in higher production of male hormones. Insulin resistance <strong>can be optimized<\/strong> by changing your lifestyle. This will improve your <strong>insulin sensitivity and prevent more serious complications.<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [7]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Would you like to learn more about <strong>insulin resistance and insulin sensitivity?<\/strong> Read the article &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/insulin-sensitivity-how-to-increase-it-and-prevent-insulin-resistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Insulin Sensitivity &#8211; How to Increase It and Prevent Insulin Resistance<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">In addition to these factors, there is another potential impact that may need to be considered. It turns out that <strong>the ethnic factor<\/strong> may play a role in PCOS. <strong>The incidence varies<\/strong> <strong>among white women<\/strong> &#8211; <strong>6.5% in Spain, 6.8% in Greece<\/strong> or only <strong>4.7% in Alabama<\/strong> in the USA. According to a 2016 study, <strong>different environmental factors<\/strong> (lifestyle, diet and physical activity) could also be the reason. The study states that <strong>PCOS and type 2 diabetes<\/strong> occur <strong>more common<\/strong> in women in the UK among <strong>women of Asian descent.<\/strong> It might be interesting to see if this only applies to women of Asian descent living in the UK or in general. It is up to scientists to clarify why the incidence is lower in Alabama and whether it is related to lifestyle and the environment.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pr\u00ed\u010diny-vzniku-PCOS-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Causes of PCOS\" class=\"wp-image-175616\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Causes of PCOS\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pr\u00ed\u010diny-vzniku-PCOS-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pr\u00ed\u010diny-vzniku-PCOS-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pr\u00ed\u010diny-vzniku-PCOS-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/pr\u00ed\u010diny-vzniku-PCOS.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">In addition to scientifically proven facts, a lot of PCOS-related myths are spread that are good to know. Here&#8217;s <strong>5 myths<\/strong> that <strong>are not exactly true<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[17]<\/span>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">You&#8217;ve caused PCOS yourself<\/span><\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211;<strong> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">the causes of PCOS are not known<\/span>, <\/strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">but there are several factors that can affect the development of PCOS. One of them is <strong>genetics<\/strong>, so if you have PCOS in your family, you are more likely to be affected.<\/span><\/li><li><strong>PCOS <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">is a rare syndrome<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">the exact numbers change and some women may not even know about the syndrome. However, in our opinion, the reported data on the number of women with PCOS do not represent a &#8220;rare&#8221; disease.<\/span><\/li><li><strong>PCOS <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">only affects overweight women<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">obesity worsens the symptoms of PCOS and it is also true that many women with PCOS are overweight. PCOS is associated with an inability to use insulin, and thus with weight gain. This fact is probably a source of myth, but PCOS affects <strong>women of all weights.<\/strong><\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">You will get rid of PCOS if you lose weight<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">there is no cure for PCOS and the treatment is aimed at managing the symptoms. On the other hand, it is true that PCOS is associated with hormone levels. A healthy lifestyle and a proper diet will help you <strong>regulate hormone levels,<\/strong> such as insulin.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">You can&#8217;t get pregnant with PCOS<\/span> <\/strong>&#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">PCOS affects your ovaries and your ability to get pregnant, but there are <strong>medications<\/strong> that can <strong>stimulate ovulation<\/strong>. It is therefore <strong>best to consult<\/strong> fertility treatment <strong>with your doctor.<\/strong> It is definitely best to consult <strong>options and solutions with an expert.<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/john-looy-X3DZ1c7MPa4-unsplash-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Myths of PCOS\" class=\"wp-image-175704\" width=\"843\" height=\"562\" title=\"Myths of PCOS\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/john-looy-X3DZ1c7MPa4-unsplash-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/john-looy-X3DZ1c7MPa4-unsplash-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/john-looy-X3DZ1c7MPa4-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/john-looy-X3DZ1c7MPa4-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PCOS_and_hormones\"><\/span><strong>PCOS and hormones<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">The link between hormone levels and PCOS is no surprise. <strong>Hormonal imbalances<\/strong> have been found in several women with the syndrome. Imbalance was found for <strong>4 hormones<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[15]<\/span><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Testosterone<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">that&#8217;s right, testosterone is not just a men&#8217;s hormone, because it is also produced in small amounts by <strong>women<\/strong>. <strong>Higher levels<\/strong> of this primarily &#8220;male&#8221; hormone are a problem in women.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Luteinizing hormone<\/span> (LH)<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">LH is a hormone that primarily <strong>stimulates ovulation<\/strong> in a woman&#8217;s body, but elevated LH levels result in <strong>extraordinary effects on the ovaries.<\/strong><\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Sex hormone binding globulin<\/span> (SHBG)<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">a hormone with a long name <strong>reduces the effect of testosterone,<\/strong> and low levels of SHBG have been found in women with PCOS.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Prolacti<\/span>n<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">a hormone that stimulates <strong>the mammary glands<\/strong> and milk production, and <strong>increased prolactin levels<\/strong> have been found in some women with PCOS.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PCOS and other complications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">PCOS is a disease that can also bring several other problems with itself. <strong>Hormonal imbalances<\/strong> caused by PCOS or <strong>high androgen levels<\/strong> may cause a higher risk of further complications.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[18]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Fertility problems<\/span> <\/strong>&#8211; <strong>cysts&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">in the ovaries <strong>affect ovulation<\/strong> and irregular ovulation causes not so many eggs to be released. PCOS affects the chances of getting pregnant and <strong>70 to 80% of women<\/strong> with the syndrome have these problems. The percentage is high, but at the same time it does not mean that you cannot get pregnant with PCOS. Experts will definitely point you to the possibilities of promoting fertility.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [18]<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Metabolic Syndrome and Insulin Proble<\/span>m<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Metabolic syndrome is a number of symptoms that <strong>increase the risk of diabetes<\/strong> or <strong>cardiovascular disease.<\/strong> MS factors are <strong>high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels or high blood sugar levels<\/strong> due to <strong>insulin resistance.<\/strong> You can also increase your insulin sensitivity with a proper diet and exercise, as resistance can grow into diabetes. If you have problems with hormone levels, it is definitely advisable to consider <strong>improving your lifestyle,<\/strong> which can help <strong>prevent more serious health consequences.<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [18]<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/FullSizeRender-1124x566.jpg\" alt=\"PCOS and other complications\" class=\"wp-image-175691\" width=\"843\" height=\"425\" title=\"PCOS and other complications\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/FullSizeRender-1124x566.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/FullSizeRender-400x201.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/FullSizeRender-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/FullSizeRender-2048x1031.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">PCOS can be associated with several health complications, such as <strong>anxiety and depression, endometrial carcinoma,<\/strong> or <strong>sleep apnea.<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_and_treatment_of_PCOS\"><\/span><strong>Diagnosis and treatment of PCOS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Diagnosis of PCOS can begin with <strong>a consultation with a doctor<\/strong> who will verify your <strong>menstrual cycle<\/strong> and <strong>weight changes.<\/strong> Subsequently, <strong>hair growth, acne<\/strong> and <strong>insulin resistance<\/strong> are monitored. Then your doctor may recommend other tests, such as <strong>ultrasound, gynecological examinations<\/strong> (pelvic exam) and <strong>blood tests.<\/strong> During a gynecological examination, the doctor will <strong>manually examine the reproductive organs.<\/strong> <strong>Blood test<\/strong> results are focused on <strong>hormone levels,<\/strong> and your doctor may recommend additional tests for <strong>cholesterol, triglycerides, and sugar levels.<\/strong> Ultrasound verifies <strong>the appearance of the ovaries and the lining of the uterus.<\/strong> Diagnosis of PCOS is necessary in these ways, because there is <strong>not yet a single unambiguous test<\/strong> that can unambiguously determine PCOS. The doctor must determine the occurrence of the syndrome. PCOS has symptoms that you may notice, but instead of googling, it is best to see your doctor. You are definitely interested in when it is advisable to look for an expert in case of concern. See your doctor if you have <strong>delayed menstruation<\/strong> but you&#8217;re not pregnant or if you are <strong>unable to become pregnant for 12 months.<\/strong> Another possibility is the <strong>observation of PCOS symptoms<\/strong> or <strong>diabetes symptoms,<\/strong> such as <strong>weight loss, thirst<\/strong> and <strong>blurred vision.<\/strong><\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [19]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">There is currently <strong>no cure for PCOS<\/strong> and treatment is focused on <strong>managing symptoms.<\/strong> PCOS may manifest itself with several or only one symptom, so <strong>symptomatic treatment<\/strong> may vary. First and foremost, <strong>overweight women<\/strong> are advised <strong>to reduce weight<\/strong>, which can help improve the condition. In addition, there are <strong>drugs to regulate excessive hair growth<\/strong> and to <strong>induce a regular period.<\/strong> Menstruation can also be caused by <strong>irregular use of a progestogen.<\/strong> The treatment of PCOS also includes the <strong>treatment of fertility<\/strong> in the form of <strong>medication<\/strong> or <strong>surgery<\/strong>, by laparoscopic ovarian drilling. Medicine is an area that is constantly advancing, so it is not a shame to believe that scientists will discover better ways to treat PCOS.<\/span> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[20]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a condition that medicine has not yet clearly cured. It is possible to address its symptoms and improve the quality of life of women who suffer from it. There are factors that are thought to affect PCOS. According to scientists, it may be genetic, but it may also be related to insulin resistance. We believe that you have learned everything you need about PCOS. 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