In text shared above the photo, Monét wrote that she had "gained a lot of weight," adding, in part, "PCOS has me really messed up."The exact cause of PCOS is not completely understood, but people with the condition have higher levels of androgens, such as testosterone and insulin, which can lead to diabetes.
The condition can cause problems with the menstrual cycle and can lead to the formation of multiple ovarian cysts. PCOS can also cause infertility because of complications the hormonal imbalance causes in the ovaries, according to the Office on Women's Health.
In addition to weight gain, symptoms of PCOS can include irregular or absent periods, excessive facial hair, and acne. The primary reason for weight gain with PCOS is believed to be insulin resistance, which also makes it hard to lose weight, Other symptoms also include thinning hair, darkening of the skin in certain areas, and skin tags in the armpits or neck area, according to the Office on Women's Health.PCOS is diagnosed based on a variety of features, and in addition to the patient’s symptoms, doctors may use blood work, physical exams, and/or pelvic exams, pelvic ultrasounds to aid in the diagnosis.
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