PCOS Symptoms
Through PCOS, Together
What is PCOS?
PCOS is a hormonal condition that also affects your metabolism. Research shows that most women who are diagnosed with PCOS have an underlying problem with processing insulin, the hormone that helps your body store and use carbohydrates as energy.
When your body is unable to use insulin correctly, this insulin resistance triggers your ovaries to produce more androgens (male hormone) than normal. This plays havoc with your weight change, causes acne and may cause excess hair growth. Even scarier, the excess androgen in your body contributes to irregular or missed periods – and could even lead to infertility.
Common Symptoms of PCOS:
Acne: On the surface, acne is caused by an increase in sebum (oil produced in the skin) and a build-up of dead skin cells which block the pores, providing food for naturally occurring skin bacteria P.Acnes. As the bacteria gorge on the oil and dead skin cells, they multiply, causing blocked and infected pores. Your immune system reacts to the bacterial growth by sending in white blood cells (pus) in order to combat the infection. The result – pustules or pimples and at a deeper level, painful and unsightly cysts. Sound familiar?
The thing is, chronic and persistent acne is not a normal condition. And, new research tracking a poorly understood and underdiagnosed ovarian health condition says that persistent acne, especially when coupled with weight gain (excessive weight loss), irregular, infrequent or absent periods, and unusual excess hair growth (hirsutism) could be early warning signs of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). A condition that’s usually only picked up when a woman struggles to conceive.
Weight Gain: PCOS is actually a metabolic syndrome that affects your ovarian health. It’s when your body struggles to process insulin, and the raised insulin levels in your body, in turn, trigger it to overproduce the male hormone androgen. (It’s quite natural for women to have androgens, in fact, it’s necessary for various endocrinal (glandular and hormonal) functions, but PCOS can lead to unusually high levels of bodily testosterone.) This is called hyperandrogenism. And when you go and research it, you’ll see that the symptoms are: oily skin, excess hair growth and acne.
What many of us don’t know is that weight problems and irregular periods also go along with those symptoms in PCOS sufferers – and you might recognise these as some of the most common symptoms and complaints among women of all ages. It’s even linked to infertility (androgen “breaks down” the tissue in the ovaries) and Type2 diabetes (as a result of the insulin resistance).
Hirsutism: Research shows a strong link between hirsutism and a common ovarian health condition knows as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). How common? Doctors think about 1 in 10 women could have PCOS.
Hirsutism is, in fact, one of the most common symptoms of PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). In fact, 60–83% of women with PCOS experience hirsutism, often along with other symptoms which can include acne, infrequent, absent or heavy periods and weight gain.
Hirsutism can certainly be a challenge to manage both physically and psychologically, but there’s no need for panic. We all have hair growth, and we all pluck or wax.
But, if you feel debilitated by hair growth and you also notice acne, menstrual irregularities and or weight gain add to your struggles, please don’t suffer in silence. There’s no need to hide or be embarrassed. PCOS can be diagnosed treated – ask your doctor or gynae.
Irregular Periods: The female body produces many hormones – including androgens (male hormones). And research into PCOS, which is primarily diagnosed when fertility problems arise, shows that women with this condition usually experience some form of hyperandrogenism – where the body produces too much androgen.
And this abundant androgen has been shown to break down the follicles that make up the ovaries, which plays havoc with your cycle and can even lead to infertility.
Sex hormones like estrogen (female hormone) and testosterone (male hormone) both respond to the levels of insulin present in your bloodstream. We don’t always think of it that way, but insulin is also a type of hormone, so they impact each other.
Insulin is part of your body’s metabolism. When you consume sugar or high-carbohydrate food, it is converted into glucose or blood sugar. Your pancreas secretes insulin to carry this glucose into your cells where it can be used to generate energy.
But when your body has a problem processing insulin, it builds up. And you’ll never guess what these raised insulin levels do – it causes your body to overproduce the male hormone androgen. Those same androgens that break down the ovaries and cause irregular periods.
Discover The Range:
Our PCOS Podcast…
Our PCOS Podcast offers an accessible and relatable way to learn about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome from experts, health professionals, and women who’ve experienced it firsthand. Listeners can expect practical advice on managing symptoms, balancing hormones, improving fertility, and supporting overall wellbeing—alongside inspiring stories, the latest research updates, and lifestyle tips to help navigate life with PCOS confidently.
Download More Information Here:
Results-Driven
The main focus of Lamelle Pharmaceuticals is the drive to constantly and consistently achieve optimum results. This drive is the foundation of our company.
Quality Guaranteed
The ingredients of our products are of the best quality on the international market. Your interest and wellbeing is what is most important to us.
Customer Support
No matter the place or time, our on-site medical professionals are willing to support you regarding any of our products.