Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A leading cause of female infertility

In this 97th episode I discuss Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). It is estimated that somewhere around 5-7 million American women have this condition. Aside from infertility, this condition can cause menstrual irregularities, unwanted hair growth, unwanted hair loss, blood sugar imbalances, and even increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. I will discuss the physiology involved with this endocrine disorder, some mainstream allopathic approaches to care, and finish with some Functional Medicine approaches to care. References: Effects of intestinal flora on polycystic ovary syndrome https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36967808/   Myo-Inositol's Role in Assisted Reproductive Technology: Evidence for Improving the Quality of Oocytes and Embryos in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32542134/   Therapeutic Effects and Mechanisms of Herbal Medicines for Treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32903374/   A clinical study on the short-term effect of berberine in comparison to metformin on the metabolic characteristics of women with polycystic ovary syndrome https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22019891/   Short-term effects of metformin and myo-inositol in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS): a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30614282/