PCOS Diagnosis & Advocacy: Why Your Symptoms Are Not Your Fault with Megan-Marie Stewart

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is more than just a "hormone issue", it’s a full-body endocrine disorder that is severely under-researched and often misdiagnosed. In other words, it affects way more than just the ovaries.That's why we're welcoming Megan-Marie Stewart to class, founder of the PCOS Awareness Association and PCOS warrior herself to pull back the curtain on what it really means to live with and advocate for this condition.If you've ever struggled with irregular periods, unexplained weight gain, hair growth in unwanted places (hirsutism), dark patches of skin, acne, infertility, and/or pelvic pain, PCOS may be the culprit and this episode is made for you.Our conversation highlights:The Diagnostic Gap: Why it takes so long for women to get a PCOS diagnosis and how to navigate the medical system.Beyond Fertility: Understanding PCOS as a systemic disease affecting mental health, skin, metabolism, and more.The Power of Self-Advocacy: How to be your own best health advocate when you feel unheard by doctors.Community & Support: The mission of the PCOS Awareness Association and the resources available to you.Megan shares her personal journey from "PCOS warrior" to a global leader in the movement, proving that while this disease is complex, it is not your fault.PCOS Awareness Association Website: https://www.pcosaa.org/Resources page: https://www.pcosaa.org/resources-1includes the crisis text hotline, laser hair removal, and PCOS research discussed in the episode.PCOS AA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcosaa