The Close Association Of PCOS And Infertility
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) induces irregular menstruation and small cysts on the ovaries and therefore is one of the primary causes of infertility in women. Approximately 8-10% of women of reproductive age are assessed to have PCOS. PCOS may sometimes be called by other names, including PCO (polycystic ovaries) or PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease). Talking About An Irregular Cycle During a regular menstrual cycle for women without PCOS, a mature follicle develops that ultimately releases an egg. Those follicles are typically anywhere from 18 to 28 millimeters in diameter. Polycystic ovaries contain many small follicles (usually from 2 to 9 millimeters in diameter) with eggs in them. However, these small follicles do not develop and mature properly and never release an egg. The reason behind this failure to produce the mature follicles necessary for ovulation appears to be excessive insulin production. A woman's body will react to high levels of insulin by producing mor...
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