Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
A hormonal disorder common in reproductive-age women, causing irregular periods, excess androgen, and ovarian cysts.
Also known as: PCOS.
Category: Reproductive
Drugs labeled for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
1 medication ingredients list an association with polycystic ovary syndrome in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Acne
A skin condition in which there is an increase in sebum secretion by the pilosebaceous apparatus associated wi...
Alopecia
A noncongenital process of hair loss, which may progress to partial or complete baldness....
Excess Facial or Body Hair
Excessive hair growth in women in areas where hair is usually minimal, which can be related to hormonal condit...
Increased body weight
Abnormally increased body weight....
Infertility
The inability to conceive after a year of trying, which can be related to many factors in either partner....
Infrequent Periods
Menstrual periods that occur less often than every 35 days, which can be related to hormonal or reproductive c...
Insulin Resistance
A condition in which cells respond poorly to insulin, often preceding type 2 diabetes....
Tests used to investigate Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Male Hormone Blood Test Panel
This 18-test panel for men gives a broader scope of hormone levels & blood work to help determine factors asso...
Dehydroepiandrosterone Dhea Blood Test
This blood test measures levels of the sex steroid & hormone Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). It's used to evalu...
Dehydroepiandrosterone Dhea Sulfate Test
This blood test measures levels of DHEA Sulfate. This test is used to evaluate overall adrenal health and to e...
Estradiol Test, Ultrasensitive
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Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Female 10-Test Hormone Imbalance Panel
This 10-test panel for women gives a broad scope of hormone levels & blood work to help determine factors asso...
Female Hormone Blood Test Panel Basic
This 7-test panel for women gives a broad scope of hormone levels & blood work to help determine factors assoc...
Fertility & Pregnancy Testing
Fast, easy and affordable fertility, pregnancy & prenatal lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral need...
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Evaluates reproductive and pituitary function....
Fsh Blood Test
Our Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH) test measure levels of these two hormones...
Fsh Level Test Follicle-Stimulating Hormone
This blood test measures Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) levels. FSH controls the menstrual cycle & product...
Growth Hormone Level Test
This blood test measures levels of Growth Hormon (GH, human growth hormone). It is used to determine growth ho...
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Hormone Test Panels For Men & Women
Fast, easy and affordable hormone blood tests that do not require insurance or a doctor's referral. Simply ord...
Lh Levels Blood Test
This blood test measures the amount of luteinizing hormone (LH). LH helps regulate the menstrual cycle in wome...
Male Hormone Testing Basic
This 9-test panel for men gives a broad scope of hormone levels & blood work to help determine factors associa...
Parathyroid Hormone Pth Test
This blood test is used to measure levels of PTH to help diagnosis parathyroid disease and other diseases that...
Progesterone
Measures progesterone levels, often evaluated in fertility assessment....
Prolactin
Measures prolactin to evaluate pituitary function and reproductive symptoms....
Standard Male Hormone Test Panel
This 11-test panel for men gives a broad scope of hormone levels & blood work to help determine factors associ...
Testosterone Level Test
This blood test measures levels of free testosterone, a human sex hormone, for overproduction or deficiency. I...
Testosterone Levels Blood Test: Monitor Trt
Our Testosterone Maintenance Therapy Panel evaluates important blood levels that can be affected during Testos...
Testosterone, Free and Total
Measures testosterone levels to evaluate hormonal health....
Total Testosterone Testing
This blood test measures testosterone for levels that are too high or too low. The Total Testosterone test mea...
Triiodothyronine Hormone T3 Test
This blood test is used to evaluate free and bound T3 (triiodothyronine) in order to help determine abnormal t...
Tsh Blood Test - Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Test
The thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) blood test is used to determine TSH levels, & evaluating thyroid functio...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. A hormonal disorder common in reproductive-age women, causing irregular periods, excess androgen, and ovarian cysts.
What are the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Acne, Alopecia, Excess Facial or Body Hair, Increased body weight, Infertility, Infrequent Periods. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome include Comprehensive Male Hormone Blood Test Panel, DHEA-S, Dehydroepiandrosterone Dhea Blood Test, Dehydroepiandrosterone Dhea Sulfate Test, Estradiol. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.