SIGNS WHICH COULD INDICATE YOU HAVE PCOS (POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME)

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Signs which could indicate you have pcos
(polycystic ovary syndrome)

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition
that causes significant imbalances to the
hormonal system in many women today. One of the
biggest concerns with PCOS is that it is widely
under-diagnosed.

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Just in the United States alone, there are
approximately 7 million women experiencing
symptoms of this condition, yet around half of
these women have no idea they have PCOS!

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For a long time, the root cause to PCOS was
believed to be a result of an overproduction of
male hormones, called androgens. In more recent
years,

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research has confirmed PCOS is in fact a
condition resulting from desensitization to
insulin production within the body, which in turn
leads to increased production of these androgenic
hormones.

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In addition, studies on PCOS have revealed those
with the condition are at a greater risk for
heart disease and diabetes (type 2). Heart
disease is the leading killer in women.

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Even in cases where women were young and fit, yet
had PCOS, it was five times more likely they
would still develop these risks if they did not
seek treatment for their conditions.

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If left untreated, it can make you feel quite
unwell. There are several telltale signs you
might have PCOS. If you notice any one or several
of these, it is important you seek medical advice
from a qualified Naturopathic Doctor.

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1. Problems getting pregnant. - There are all
sorts of reasons why a woman might not be able to
conceive.

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Having PCOS is one such reason. PCOS affects
ovulatory cycles, and the number of viable eggs
released during the cycle. However, it is
possible to still conceive, but could take some
time and requires the proper treatment.

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2. Skin problems. - PCOS can cause acne, skin
tags, dandruff, and acanthosis nigricans. The
acne caused by PCOS is typically found along the
jaw line, is resistant to acne treatments and
often returns after stopping treatment.

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3. Excess hair growth or hair loss. -With
increased production in male hormones within the
body, it can cause hair to start growing in areas
where you do not want it to grow,

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like on the face, chest, back, and around the
nipples and navel. PCOS can also cause DHT levels
to increase, which is another male hormone that
causes hair loss.

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4. Feel tired and unrested even after a full
nights sleep.- PCOS has been linked to sleep
apnea. This medical condition is where a person
snores loudly

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and their breathing patterns will stop and
restart several times throughout the resting
period. Sleep apnea also increases risks for
heart disease, high blood pressure, and obesity

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5. Weight gain around the belly.- PCOS can
cause women to gain extra pounds, particularly
around the belly. This is due to problems with
insulin resistance, and the resulting improper
management of sugar

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Women with PCOS may find weight gain is rapid,
and resistant to weight loss efforts.
Furthermore, PCOS causes lepton resistance, which
is the hormone that tells your body when you are
hungry, and those with PCOS can feel hungry all
of the time, even after eating a full meal.

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The good news is, theres hope. The true root to
managing PCOS doesn't actually lie in the
suppression of androgens (which conventional
therapies often target), but in the proper
support of insulin sensitivity to every cell in
the body

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Insulins role is to unlock the cell and drive
sugar inwards to be broken down or stored as
energy. In individuals with insulin resistance,
the body has learnt to ignore this hormone, and
the above-mentioned symptoms are the result.

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A properly formulated diet with foods that not
only balance sugar intake, but also support
insulin reception can make a huge impact. Believe
it or not, the timing of food is also just as
important as the food quality.

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Other goals of therapy include balancing the
enzymes that drive male hormone production
forward, and supporting regular ovulation to
balance female sex hormones.

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While PCOS is a common condition, and many women
will move in and out of symptomatic states
throughout their life, it isnt one that you have
to continue to suffer from. For more information
about PCOS,

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or if you suspect you might have PCOS and need a
professional diagnosis, please feel free to
contact Dr. Courtney Holmberg, ND at 647-351-7282
today to arrange a consultation.  Source -
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