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What causes PCOS?
What causes PCOS?
What causes PCOS?
The exact cause of PCOS is unknown. There is evidence that genetics play a role. Several other factors, most importantly obesity, also play a role in causing PCOS.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Is insulin resistance genetic?
Insulin resistance is also linked to some genetic syndromes, conditions that affect hormone levels and stress levels, and some medicines. Obesity and insulin resistance tends to run in families.
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Is it possible for a PCOS to prevent diabetes and thyroid?
Yes
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Does PCOS give you early diabetes?
Research is suggestive that 50% of women with PCOS progress into having type2 diabetes.
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INSULIN (FASTING)
Fasting Insulin, Insulin Serum, Insulin F
- Reports: Within 36 Hrs
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required