Mary Criswell-Carpenter

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Mary Criswell-Carpenter

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome affects 5 million+ women, yet it is widely misdiagnosed. It is classified as a fertility problem for insurance purposes, so it is not covered by insurance policies. It causes miscarriages, is a contributor to diabetes, pre-eclampsia, and premature births. A woman with PCOS is 4 to 7 times more likely to have a heart attack or heart disease than a woman without PCOS. This guide has the most recent information regarding symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of PCOS, along with a synopsis of the current medical research.