Symptoms
The symptoms of PCOS can vary from woman to woman. Some of the symptoms of PCOS include:
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Infertility (not able to get pregnant)
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Infrequent, absent, and/or irregular menstrual periods
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Hirsutism- increased hair growth on the face, chest, stomach, back, thumbs, or toes
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Acne, oily skin, or dandruff
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Weight gain or obesity, usually extra weight around the waist
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Hair loss or thinning hair
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Skin discolourations
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Pelvic pain
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Anxiety or depression
- High blood pressure, high cholesterol, or high levels of sugar in your blood