polycystic ovary syndrome

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Definition von polycystic ovary syndrome im Englisch Englisch wörterbuch

A syndrome characterised by polycystic ovaries, menstrual disturbance, and high levels of androgens or insulin

or Stein-Leventhal syndrome Endocrine disorder in women, characterized by high androgen levels and infrequent or absent ovulation (see reproductive system). It causes a high proportion of female infertility cases. Symptoms vary but often include hirsutism, acne, and obesity. Menstruation may be irregular, absent, or excessive. The ovaries are usually enlarged and contain cysts. The disease may remain undiagnosed until a woman tries to conceive. The underlying cause is not fully understood. Treatment attempts to reduce androgen production. Infertility may be treated with clomiphene citrate or gonadotropins to induce ovulation or with laparoscopy

PCOS

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polycystic o·va·ry syn·drome