by PERLA Health | Feb 26, 2021 | Education, PCOS 101
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) usually experience a number of different signs and symptoms, such as irregular menstruation, excess hair growth, weight gain, acne, difficulty conceiving, as well as anxiety and depression. But what causes this? And what...
by PERLA Health | Feb 26, 2021 | Education, Menstrual Problems
Many would argue that the name Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is misleading. First, the “cysts” that may be present in the ovaries of women with PCOS are not actually ovarian cysts per se, but rather fluid-filled follicles. Second, it points to the polycystic ovaries as...
by PERLA Health | Feb 26, 2021 | Education, PCOS 101
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic condition that affects millions of women around the world. Because of the symptoms such as weight gain, difficulty to conceive and anxiety and depression, as well as its association with an increased risk for...
by PERLA Health | Feb 11, 2021 | Education, PCOS 101
Hyperandrogenism, the medical term for having excess levels of androgens, can cause changes in the female body such as male pattern hair growth, acne or hair loss. Elevated androgens is one of the key criteria for diagnosing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). If left...
by PERLA Health | Feb 9, 2021 | Education, PCOS 101
Inositol is a vitamin-like nutrient that the body needs in small amounts for normal cell function, growth, and development. Inositol is also considered a popular supplement for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but is it actually helpful? This article will...