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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in Houston, TX
PCOS is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age, causing irregular periods, excess androgens, and implications for fertility, metabolism, and long-term health.
Request an Appointment →Common Signs & Symptoms
- !Irregular or absent periods
- !Excess facial or body hair (hirsutism)
- !Acne — especially jaw and chin
- !Thinning scalp hair
- !Weight gain and difficulty losing
- !Darkening of skin in body folds
What Causes This?
- •Insulin resistance in up to 70%
- •Elevated LH-to-FSH ratio disrupting ovulation
- •Excess ovarian androgen production
- •Genetic predisposition
Treatment Approaches
Metformin
Improves insulin sensitivity and can restore ovulation.
Spironolactone
Anti-androgen reducing hirsutism and acne.
Lifestyle
5–10% weight loss restores ovulation in most overweight PCOS patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PCOS affect fertility?▾
PCOS is a common cause of anovulatory infertility — but highly treatable. Most women with PCOS can conceive with appropriate support.
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