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PCOS Myths Debunked: Fact vs. Fiction

By- Dr. Arshdeep Kaur 

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or usually known as PCOS, is the most frequent hormonal disease among women all over the world. However, there have been misconceptions about this sickness, which tends to develop a lot of confusion and misinformation. Below is a blog that clears some of the most prevailing myths concerning PCOS and summarizes the fact.


Myth 1: PCOS is found only in overweight women

Fact: Yes, obesity makes the likelihood of a woman having PCOS higher, but that's not the only offender. Woman of any weight normal, over, and even underweight women can be affected by this condition. This is a condition of hormonal imbalance and therefore not a matter of weight.


Myth 2: You Can't Get Pregnant with PCOS

Fact: Most women with PCOS can and do get pregnant. Although the disease may cause a woman's body to resist ovulation and produce an abnormal menstrual cycle, there are many treatments and lifestyle modifications that can manage symptoms and improve fertility. See a healthcare provider to develop an individual plan.


Myth 3: PCOS is only a reproductive disorder.

Fact: PCOS is not just a complex endocrine disease, but it affects lots of aspects of health other than reproduction. This can cause insulin resistance, predisposition to type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular illness, and even psychiatric illnesses such as depression and anxiety. Treatment is thus essential and needs to be good.


Myth 4: All women with PCOS have cysts on their ovaries.

Fact: The name "polycystic" would lead one to think that there is more than one cyst, but not all women with PCOS have cystic ovaries. It takes a group of symptoms diagnosed through a combination of hormone tests and ultrasound to diagnose PCOS, not by cysts.


Myth 5: Diet and exercise do not matter.

Fact: Modifying lifestyles, such as the right diet and adequate exercise, has also contributed to helping with symptom control. The changes would regularize menstrual cycles, improve insulin sensitivity, and help in keeping healthy on the whole. A proper plan can be made in consultation with a medical professional.


Myth 6: PCOS is a rare condition.

Fact: PCOS is one of the most common endocrine disorders among reproductive age women, with estimated prevalence of 1 in every 10. In fact, it is education and awareness that are keys to better diagnosis and treatment. Improved knowledge of facts related to PCOS is of vital importance in appropriate care and management. Dispelling of myths drives women toward appropriate care and an appropriate decision for health care. Consult a professional if you think you have PCOS or symptoms of PCOS.

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