Not losing weight after exercise can be a sign of PCOS, be careful of these 8 symptoms

News Topical, Digital Desk : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a very common problem in women. This problem occurs due to imbalance in reproductive hormones. This is a very common problem among women of reproductive age. Actually, in this condition, the ovaries start releasing more androgen hormone.

Due to this, many physical and mental symptoms (PCOS Symptoms) are seen, with the help of which this condition can be detected early. To increase awareness about this, the month of September is celebrated as PCOS Awareness Month (PCOS Awareness Month 2025). Let us know what are the symptoms of PCOS.

Irregular periods

This is the most common and important symptom of PCOS. It includes-

• Absence of periods for a long time- having periods 8 or fewer times a year.
• Complete cessation of periods - absence of periods for 3 months or more continuously.
• Abnormal bleeding – too little or too much bleeding during periods.

body hair growth

In PCOS, the level of androgen increases in the body of women, due to which more and thicker hair grows than normal, such as excessive hair growth on the chin and upper lip, chest, stomach and back and around the thighs.

Acne and oily skin

Due to increased androgen hormones, the oil glands of the skin become more active. Due to this, acne starts appearing continuously on the face, chest and back. Skin and hair become more oily.

Weight gain and obesity

About 80% of women with PCOS struggle with weight gain or obesity, especially the accumulation of fat around the abdomen. PCOS can also lead to increased insulin resistance, which makes it very difficult to lose weight.

thinning or hair loss

The increase in male hormones also affects the hair on the head. In this, the hair on the upper part of the head starts thinning.  Hair fall increases , which is also called male pattern baldness.

Dark spots on the skin

PCOS can cause dark patches on certain areas of the skin. These usually appear on the back of the neck, armpits, between the thighs, and under the breasts. This skin can also become velvety and thick.

polycystic ovaries

Despite the name, not every woman will have cysts in her ovaries, but in many cases ultrasound will show the ovaries to be enlarged and show multiple small cysts.

Fatigue and mood changes

Hormonal imbalance also affects energy levels and mental health. Feeling constantly tired and lethargic, showing symptoms of anxiety and depression,  mood swings and irritability .

Infertility

PCOS has a direct effect on ovulation. Regular ovulation does not happen in this, due to which there may be a problem in conceiving.

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