Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Diagnosis of Exclusion
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common chronic condition with implications for morbidities, both in short-term (e.g., subfertility and pregnancy-related complications) and long-term risks (e.g., type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression, poor quality of life, and overall mortality) [ 1 ]. A prompt diagnosis allows opportunities for early institution of preventive strategies for prevention of sequelae. However, diagnosing PCOS can be challenging, as the symptoms do overlap with a number of disorders that themselves require specifi c treatment. No single symptom, Chapter 2 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Diagnosis of Exclusion
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