Understanding PCOS

PCOS is the most common hormone disorder among women of reproductive age, affecting up to 15% in the U.S. and over 20% in some Middle Eastern countries. A staggering 70% of women with this condition remain undiagnosed, often due to misconceptions around treatment, such as the over-reliance on birth control. Accurate diagnosis requires meeting specific criteria, including symptoms of high testosterone, irregular ovulation, and ultrasound findings, with new criteria now recognizing elevated egg count as a significant indicator.