What is the significance of body weight in PCOS?

PCOS encourages weight gain and fat has an adverse effect on the hormone balance leading to an escalating spiral of the problems. Obesity reduces the chances of pregnancy and increases the risk of pregnancy complications including miscarriage, high blood pressure and thromboembolism. In the long-term obesity, is a major risk factor for heart disease. Every effort to maintain a normal weight by diet as well as exercise is to be encouraged. style='font-size:11.0pt'> There is some evidence that women with PCOS lay down fat more easily. They may be overweight without indulging in excessive calorie intake.  

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PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

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