Doctors voice concern over rising PCOS cases, stress on need for early diagnosis

NEW DELHI: As September marks PCOS Awareness Month, experts have voiced concern over its growing prevalence and impact on women’s health, especially as stigma and lack of awareness delay diagnosis.

Globally, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 6-26 per cent of women, and in India, nearly 1 in 5 young women. Despite being among the most common hormonal disorders, it often goes undiagnosed. Alarmingly, nearly 70 per cent of cases remain unidentified, experts said.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing irregular periods, weight gain, acne, excess hair growth and infertility.

Source: PTI News

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