PCOS and Infertility

PCOS and infertility is a devastating combination. Since PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) affects 8-10% of women of reproductive age, it is fair to say a good proportion of patients being treated at specialist clinics have this condition. The good news is with...

Thyroid and PCOS link

If you have PCOS and are experiencing symptoms such as stubborn weight loss, infertility, fatigue, hair falling out, depression and anxiety, your thyroid may not be working properly – read more below on the thyroid and PCOS link. What is the thyroid gland? The...

Weight gain and PCOS

You will likely know that weight gain and PCOS is one of the most challenging symptoms to contend with.  Despite efforts following a healthy diet and exercise regime, many women struggle to lose the stubborn body fat – particularly on the tummy. Up to 50% of...

PCOS and Inflammation

There is a definite link between PCOS and inflammation. Inflammation is also associated with many other health conditions including endometriosis, infertility, Type II diabetes and heart disease. What is inflammation? To combat this internal harm, our body produces...

Hirsutism and PCOS

Hirsutism is the term used for excess facial and body hair growth in women. It is one of the distressing and often embarrasing signs of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). The hair growth is similar to a male hair growth pattern – growing on the upper lip, chin...