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 PCOS: Fertility and Pregnancy Being a mother is frequently praised as a beautiful and transformational experience. However, for women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS); a complex hormonal disorder, this path can be laden with challenges. Millions of women around the world are afflicted by this condition, which interferes with their hormonal balance and, as a result, hinders their ability to conceive. The most common reason is not producing a fully developed egg during the monthly cycle (anovulation) Women with PCOS often face difficulties when trying to conceive, but the good news is that there are various natural and medical approaches to enhance the chances of PCOS pregnancy.  In this article, we will explore PCOS, its impact on fertility, and both natural and medical strategies to improve your chances of becoming a mother while also considering the importance of lifestyle changes. Understanding PCOS and Its Effect on Fertility  PCOS is a common condition that affects your hormo

 POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME Polycystic ovaries are characterized by a large number of follicles that are up to 8mm. (approximately 0.3 inch) in size. The follicles are under-developed sacs in which eggs develop. In PCOS, these sacs are often unable to release an egg, which means that ovulation does not occur, resulting in no or irregular periods.  Fig 1. Mechanism of PCOS It is a common condition that affects your hormones. The ovaries produce an abnormal amount of the hormone androgen, which is a male hormone and is only present in women in small amounts hence making the symptoms mentioned below, However, it is essential to note that many women are asymptomatic, that is they do not have any of the common symptoms. SYMPTOMS : The common symptoms include: 1. Excess body hair growth. 2. Weight changes and trouble losing weight 3. Ovarian cysts 4. Mood changes                                                              5. Acne 6. Fatigue 7. Irregular or missed periods. CAUSES: * Genetic P