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PCOS: Treating Excessive Hair and Acne

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One of the most disturbing aspects of PCOS is how it affects a woman’s appearance. Acne and excessive hair growth are very common, however there are treatments that can help keep these under control.

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The challenges that Women with PCOS Deal With

Challenges of PCOS

When considering Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, I like to explain to my patients that it’s important to think of the cysts in the ovary as only one aspect of a complex endocrine disorder.

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Hormonal Treatments for PCOS protect against Uterine Cancer

Hormonal Treatment for PCOS

PCOS Treatment goals are to help reverse insulin resistance, reduce weight and prevent diabetes as well as prevent and/or treat abnormal periods, decreasing the risk of endometrial cancer.

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