Cause |
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a hormonal disorder
characterized by incomplete development of Graafian follicles in
the ovary due to inadequate secretion of luteinizing hormone; the
follicles fail to ovulate and remain as multiple cysts distending
the ovary.
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Effect (Symptoms) |
Further hormone imbalance results in obesity, hirsutism
and acne and the woman is infertile due to the lack of ovulation.
The treatment is administration of the appropriate hormones. |
To read about other conditions visit the page about Diseases
and Disorders of the Endocrine System. |
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