Polycystic ovarian syndrome (also called Stein-Leventhal syndrome) affects between 5% and 10% of all women. It frequently causes infertility and if not managed can lead to diabetes, endometrial cancer or cardiovascular disease. It is now thought to either caused by or closely linked to insulin resistance (also called hyperinsulinemia, Syndrome X or the metabolic syndrome).
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- Soul Cysters Community for women with PCOS. Founded by former consumer health anchor, Kathryn Carney.
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment Discusses diagnosis, medications, pregnancy, and miscarriage.
- NHS Choices: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Provides a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
- Clinical Trials: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Learn more about trials offered in various states on PCOS.
- Insulite Health PCOS Overview of polycystic ovarian syndrome, the symptoms, treatment, and research.
- PCOS Awareness Association National non-profit organization operated by women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, featuring membership, communities, medical news, and events.
- PCOS Foundation Non-profit organization spreading awareness and education to help diagnose and treat women with PCOS.
- PCOS Diva Resource for managing PCOS holistically with natural remedies, meal plans and online programs.
- PCOS Studies Northwestern University's study on women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and whether certain genes may increase a person’s chance of getting PCOS.
- Golden Shoes Resource for women with PCOS containing information on diet, exercise and mental health.
- PCOS Help Exercise plans, books and supplement suggestions to help you manage PCOS. Free calorie and BMI calculators.