41. POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME - A Patient's Guide Medic8 Family Health Guide your trusted source for health information online. More than 500 health-related articles written by qualified health http://www.medic8.com/healthguide/articles/polycysticovaries.html

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42. AllRefer Health - Stein-Leventhal Syndrome (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), SteinLeventhal Syndrome (polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), Polycystic Ovaries, Sclerocystic Ovarian Disease) information center covers causes, http://health.allrefer.com/health/stein-leventhal-syndrome-info.html

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43. Symptoms Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - PCOS A look at the symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome with resources for more information. http://womenshealth.about.com/cs/pcos/a/sympcos.htm

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45. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Excess hair, acne and irregular periods are all signs of PCOS. http://www.ivillage.co.uk/health/whealth/repro/articles/0,,180663_183821,00.html

var cimsCid = '180663'; var cimsUid = '183821'; iv_hideTacoda = true; Search iVillage for: Home Join free Horoscopes Quizzes You are here iVillage.co.uk health women's health reproductive health Women's health General health Natural health Healthy living ... Natural health expert Pregnancy Beauty more newsletters Health home What is polycystic ovarian syndrome? A disturbing array of symptoms indicate PCOS, including acne, obesity and excess hair Not a lot is known about the causes of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), but its symptoms are fairly telltale and include obesity, hirsutism (the medical name for excess face or body hair) acne and infertility. It's estimated that PCOS affects over five per cent of women in the UK and it has recently been associated with long-term risks of diabetes, heart disease and endometrial cancer. As PCOS's name suggests, the syndrome is often (but not always) accompanied by ovaries enlarged with advertisement multiple small cysts. During the normal ovulation process, a hormone called follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) causes the release of an egg from an ovarian follicle, which then bursts from the follicle in the middle of the woman's menstrual cycle in response to another hormone, luteinising hormone (LH). It is thought that in polycystic ovarian syndrome, male hormones or androgens somehow interfere with the levels of FSH and LH. This causes lots of follicles to form and no egg to be released from these follicles - whose appearance via an ultrasound is sometimes likened to a string of pearls - which forms the cysts observed in PCOS.

46. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Bilateral polycystic ovarian syndrome; Ovarian Hyperthecosis; Ovarian Syndrome; PCOS; Polycystic Bilateral Ovarian Syndrome; POS; Sclerocystic Ovarian http://my.webmd.com/hw/womens_conditions/nord111.asp

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47. Getting Pregnant: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the main causes of infertility in women. It affects anywhere from five to ten per cent of women between the http://www.pregnancy-info.net/infertility_PCOS.html

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48. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. DermNet NZ polycystic ovarian syndrome Acne, Hirsutism Hirsutism, Alopecia Other web sites. polycystic ovarian syndrome from emedicine, the online textbook http://dermnetnz.org/systemic/polycystic-ovaries.html

@import url("/common/screen.css"); DermNet NZ Ad Authoritative facts about the skin from the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated Home For patients For doctors ... Site map Search: Home Systemic Polycystic ovary syndrome Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is characterised by menstrual irregularities/abnormalities, hirsutism (male-like hairiness in women) and obesity, resulting from abnormalities in the metabolism of androgens and oestrogen and in the control of androgen production. It was once thought to be mainly due to an ovarian defect as it was often associated with enlarged polycystic ovaries, hence its name polycystic ovary syndrome. However, it is now known that PCOS may occur in women with normal sized ovaries and polycystic ovarian changes can be found in women with normal menstrual cycles. Who gets it and what is the cause? PCOS occurs in women only and generally starts at around puberty. It is estimated to affect 3-10% of women. Although the signs and symptoms are similar in most patients, different races can be affected differently. For example, in the US, 70% of patients have hirsutism compared to 10-20% in Japan. The exact cause of PCOS is not yet known but is thought to develop when the ovaries overproduce androgen hormones (e.g. testosterone). This is caused by the overproduction of luteinizing hormone (LH), which is produced by the pituitary gland. People with PCOS also have an inability to process insulin effectively. This is known as peripheral insulin resistance. It is more of a problem in obese patients. Elevated insulin levels also have an effect on ovarian function.

49. PCOS And Depakote polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) (updated Jan 2005) polycystic ovarian syndrome, 41%. Menstrual cycle abnormalities, 47%, 13% http://www.psycheducation.org/hormones/Insulin/polycystic.htm

50. WFMY News 2 Greensboro, NC - 2 Your Health Several viewers have written with questions about polycystic ovarian syndrome. WinstonSalem, NC polycystic ovarian syndrome is caused by an imbalance of http://www.wfmynews2.com/2yh/2yh_article.aspx?storyid=45446

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52. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Usually the patient will be seen by an endocrine gynaecologist and treatment assessed with ovarian ultrasound monitoring. http://www.dundee.ac.uk/medther/tayendoweb/images/polycystic_ovarian_syndrome.ht

53. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a condition of unknown cause. It is associated with problems such as irregular (usually less frequent) menstrual http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Polycystic_ovaria

54. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Stein-Leventhal Syndrome Send this site to a friend, polycystic ovarian syndrome health centre Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a common endocrine abnormality that affects http://www.womenshealthmatters.ca/centres/pelvic_health/PCOS/

Print this page Home + Health Centres Cancer ... Glossary Cervical Dysplasia Chronic Pelvic Pain Endometriosis Fibroids Incontinence Interstitial Cystitis Ovarian Cysts PCOS PID Pelvic Prolapse Vulvodynia Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a common endocrine abnormality that affects five to ten percent of women of reproductive age. PCOS is one of the leading causes of infertility. It can also influence a woman's cardiovascular health and have other serious implications for her health and lifestyle. PCOS is generally considered a syndrome rather than a disease (although it is sometimes called Polycystic Ovary Disease) because it manifests itself through a group of signs and symptoms that can occur in any combination, rather than having one known cause or presentation. PCOS, also known Stein-Leventhal syndrome, can include the following symptoms or increase a woman's risk for the following conditions:

55. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Duke University Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility PCOS or polycystic ovarian syndrome is related to disorders such as anovulation and http://www2.mc.duke.edu/depts/obgyn/ivf/pco.htm

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56. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Some women with polycystic ovaries have polycystic ovarian syndrome where they do not release an egg each month (ovulation) and have associated hormone http://www.jeanhailes.org.au/issues/oi_pcos.htm

Other Issues Breast Cancer Breast Health Endometriosis ... Premenstrual Syndrome Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Printer friendly page Definition Cause Incidence Symptoms ... Future Definition Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone or endocrine syndrome or group of clinical symptoms and was first described by doctors in the 1930s. In PCOS characteristically there is an excess of androgens (male-like hormones) and lack of regular ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary). It is sometimes also referred to as “hyperandrogen anovulation syndrome” or “Stein Leventhal Syndrome”. Incidence PCOS (with clinical symptoms) affects between 5-10% of all women of childbearing age. However around 20-25% of premenopausal women have polycystic ovaries mostly with no symptoms and therefore do not have the “syndrome”. Cause The exact cause is unknown but there appears to be a hereditary and a lifestyle component e.g. sisters of PCOS sufferers have up to a 50% chance of having the disorder and 70% of women with PCOS are overweight and not physically active. The ovary produces excessive androgens (eg testosterone), which may be caused by the body not producing and/or processing the hormone insulin normally.

57. Developmental Origins Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Study New research suggests that the way baby girls develop in the womb may affect whether or not they develop polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)* as adults and http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=26490

58. OBGYN.net - Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Obesity And Insulin Resistance - Z. Shoh OBGYN.net Medical Professionals page, contains daily news, events calendar, clinical information, and links to featured sections, articles, http://www.obgyn.net/displayppt.asp?page=/english/pubs/features/presentations/sh

59. OBGYN.net - PCOS Pavilion New Treatments for polycystic ovarian syndrome Offer Hope for Millions An Introduction to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Ronald F. Feinberg MD, PhD http://www.obgyn.net/pcos/pcos.asp

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60. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Callalil s polycystic ovarian syndrome Pages Information for women with this condition (also PCOSupport The polycystic ovarian syndrome Association http://www.reference.com/Dir/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/P/Polycystic_Ovarian

Dictionary Thesaurus Encyclopedia Web Home Premium: Sign up Login YOUR AD HERE Dictionary ... Encyclopedia - Web Directory Web Directory Top Health Conditions and Diseases P / Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome News Articles Callalil's Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Pages Information for women with this condition (also known as Stein-Leventhal syndrome) including info about natural remedies. PCOSupport The Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association Personal Reflections of PCOS Gallery of writings by women with PCOS - submit your own experiences with this condition. University of Chicago Center For PCOS Comprehensive information on diagnosis, treatment and associated health risks of polycystic ovarian syndrome. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Treatment With Insulin-Lowering Medications by Dr. Mark Perloe of the Atlanta Reproductive Health Center. Insulin and the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome New England Journal of Medicine editorial. PCONatural Mailing List Email support group focusing on natural remedies for PCOS. PCOS The author's personal experience with PCOS. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A New Direction in Treatment Medical Journal of Australia article.

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