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PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is a common endocrine problem that affects one in 10 women in the reproductive age group. The most common symptoms include:
- Menstrual irregularities
- Infertility
- Excessive facial hair
- Acne
- Obesity
- Type 2 diabetes.
The PCOS center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical center provides comprehensive care to women with PCOS. Every patient gets evaluated by our endocrinologists using a complete hormonal workup. A pelvic ultrasound will be obtained if required.
In addition, our center offers a multidisciplinary integrated care by a team of subspecialists in endocrinology, dermatology and lifestyle modification to assist women with various complications associated with PCOS. A comprehensive evaluation and treatment care plan made by the expert team is available to the individual patient on a single visit at the multidisciplinary clinic at the center.