Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

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Note : People with PCOS are considered intersex and can call themselves as such! They may also identify as Mesosex PCOS FLAG -
PCOS intersex flag -
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What is Polycystic ovary syndrome? .
PCOS is a very common hormone problem for AFABs of childbearing age. AFABs with PCOS may not ovulate, have high levels of androgens, and have many small cysts on the ovaries. PCOS can cause missed or irregular menstrual periods, excess hair growth, acne, infertility, and weight gain. PCOS is mostly found in POC and overweight AFAB people. Although there is a small amount of people with PCOS who are not overweight
**People may experience: **
Menstrual: abnormal menstruation, absence of menstruation, heavy menstruation, irregular menstruation, short and light menstruation, or spotting. Weight: obesity, overweight, or weight gain.
Also common: infertility, acne, depression, inappropriate male features, loss of scalp hair, oily skin, or unwanted hair
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Pub: 31 Mar 2024 19:57 UTC

Edit: 31 Mar 2024 20:04 UTC

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