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Stein - Leventhal Syndrome
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS
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| Description: |
It is a often hereditary, endocrine (a network of glands that produce and release hormones) syndrome and as a young girl you may experience menstrual (period) irregularities. It can cause infertility due to the cysts on the ovaries and it can increase your risk of uterine cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Other symptoms include hair on your face, chest, and lower abdomen, obesity, high blood pressure type 2 diabetes, acne.
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Please Note: The information provided here should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A medical practitioner should always be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions.
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