PCOS
Request an online visit for PCOS. A licensed provider reviews your case and prescribes treatment when appropriate.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD
MD · Board-Certified, Internal Medicine · Last reviewed June 2026
About PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder marked by irregular periods, elevated androgens, and often polycystic-appearing ovaries on ultrasound. It frequently presents with acne, excess hair growth, scalp hair thinning, weight gain, and difficulty conceiving. Insulin resistance plays a central role and contributes to long-term risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Management is individualized: lifestyle changes, combined oral contraceptives for cycle and androgen control, metformin for metabolic features, and ovulation-induction agents such as letrozole when pregnancy is desired.
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