| Lifestyle Reporter Although eight to 13% of women suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), it remains a health condition that many people are unaware of and often goes for years without being diagnosed and treated.
This hormonal disorder with reproductive, cosmetic and metabolic consequences, if left untreated, can develop into diabetes, cardiac problems linked to hypertension and high cholesterol, as well as sleeping problems. Early diagnosis is imperative to avoid other unwanted long-term issues such as infertility.
Salome ambassador, pharmacist and female reproductive health consultant Tendai Bbosa identifies five common PCOS symptoms:
◆ Irregular or prolonged menstrual cycles
◆ Elevated levels of the male hormone androgen which results in excess body hair, particularly on the upper lip, face, arms and chest
◆ Acne
◆ Being overweight or obese…