PCOS is a common hormonal condition that causes the development of large quantities of male hormones in female fertile individuals. This excess production of testosterone can cause several issues within the body. But beyond this, it can also cause many women to develop medical conditions that are associated with female hormonal imbalances.
Here are some common myths about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and what you should know. PCOS is a common hormonal condition that causes the development of large quantities of male hormones in female fertile individuals. This excess production of testosterone can cause several issues within the body. But beyond this, it can also cause many women to develop medical conditions that are associated with female hormonal imbalances. Here are some common myths about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and what you should know.
Myth 1: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a disease.
There are a number of ways to define and describe these conditions. The most common is “Population Genetics.” In this approach, the syndrome is defined as a group of genetically inherited conditions that cause large amounts of male sex hormones in the female. These include Disorders of Steroidogenesis, and androgen-induced diseases. In the popular mind, it is this last group of conditions that result in the large amounts of excess testosterone typically seen in patients with PCOS. While this is definitely a large collection of conditions, it fails to take into account the rich diversity of traits present in each of these groups of conditions. So while the popular conception of PCOS may be correct in that large amounts of male sex hormones are typically seen in the female patients, this is far from the whole story.
Myth 2: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) will always result in an ovary that is larger than necessary for an egg to develop into a healthy embryo.
Eggs are highly specialised structures, and while they are able to develop into all sorts of different forms, they are also highly regulated by a complex web of hormones. Anovulation is a very important part of this hormonal regulation, and it is the result of a complex interplay of many factors, both genetic and environmental. When a woman is ovulating, she is producing large quantities of hormones that are necessary for proper embryo development. If this are not produced and released by the ovary during each cycle, then an unfertilised egg will simply “die” during this phase of development.
Myth 3: Anovulation is always associated with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and will be the cause of your weight gain, acne and fatigue.
This is actually one of the biggest myths about PCOS and anovulation. It is true that if anovulation does occur, it is more likely to be accompanied by massive weight gain, acne and fatigue. However, this is not always the case. While most women will always report some degree of bloating and abdominal discomfort while on the brink of ovulation, it is important to remember that these symptoms are often related to other conditions and can be overcome by diet and exercise.
Myth 4: There is nothing you can do about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) aside from undergoing surgery to remove excess male hormones from your system.
While there are a number of things you can do to help with the management of this condition, such as managing your weight and getting enough sleep, there is little you can do about the condition itself. In fact, the only treatment for PCOS is for the woman to wait it out and hope that the symptoms go away on their own.
Conclusion
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that causes the development of large quantities of male hormones in female fertile individuals. This excess production of testosterone can cause several issues within the body. Beyond this, it can also cause many women to develop medical conditions that are associated with female hormonal imbalances. Here are some common myths about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and what you should know.