PCOS, Menstrual Health, and Fertility: Crucial Information for Women in Their Twenties on Hidden Disorders and Risks
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PCOS, Periods & Fertility: What Every Woman in Her 20s Must Know
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Moneycontrol•13-03-2026, 14:45
PCOS, Periods & Fertility: What Every Woman in Her 20s Must Know
•Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 10 women globally, yet 70% remain undiagnosed, impacting reproductive and metabolic health.
•Symptoms include irregular periods, excess hair growth, acne, thinning hair, weight fluctuations, and darkened skin patches; "lean PCOS" can affect slim women.
•PCOS increases risks of insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular issues, and fertility problems due to anovulation.
•Early diagnosis in the 20s through ultrasound, blood tests, and clinical assessment is crucial for proactive management and preventing long-term complications.
•Management involves lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, weight management (even 5% reduction helps), and assisted reproductive techniques like IUI or IVF for infertility.
