{"id":4061,"date":"2017-04-05T07:30:32","date_gmt":"2017-04-05T05:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dexeus.com\/blog\/present\/ovario-poliquistico\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T13:01:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T11:01:36","slug":"what-do-you-know-about-polycystic-ovaries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dexeus.com\/blog\/en\/lifestyle\/what-do-you-know-about-polycystic-ovaries\/","title":{"rendered":"What do you know about polycystic ovaries?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is generally some confusion about this matter. To start with, the name suggests the presence of multiple cysts in the ovary. However,&nbsp;<strong>they aren&#8217;t cysts<\/strong>, but follicles, i.e., developing eggs. What&#8217;s more, the term has become very popular because many young girls&#8217;&nbsp;<strong>ovaries &#8220;look polycystic&#8221;<\/strong>&nbsp;but function normally. The reason for this is that their ovaries haven&#8217;t matured yet and the problem usually disappears with time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What&#8217;s known as &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/en.dexeus.com\/gynaecological-issues\/polycystic-ovary-syndrome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)<\/a>&#8221; is a more complex endocrine disorder caused by a hormone imbalance. If you want to learn more about it, read this post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>What is the cause?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">It\u2019s not known for sure, but it is believed to be caused by a number of factors.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Could irregular periods be a symptom?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">Yes, but at least two of these three requirements must be met for a diagnosis to be confirmed: Irregular periods, higher levels of male hormones in the body (androgens) and polycystic ovaries.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Can it affect fertility?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">Yes, because it impairs normal ovulation.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Do women who suffer from it develop masculine traits?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">Not all of them, but because sufferers have higher levels of male hormones, it can result in excess hair growth in some parts of the body, acne and hair loss.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Is it true that you can put on weight?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">Yes, because at the genetic level it causes hormonal irregularities that can lead to weight gain and even diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Can it be treated with hormonal contraceptives?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">Yes, but they won\u2019t cure it. Hormone treatment merely stops ovulation, which makes the symptoms disappear.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Can having children cure polycystic ovary syndrome?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">No, but hormonal changes during pregnancy and after childbirth can improve the symptoms.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>After taking the hormone treatment, should I wait a few months before trying for a baby?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">No. It\u2019s best to start as soon as possible because after hormone treatment your reproductive system is more regulated.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"texto-base\"><strong>Should I be more careful about what I eat?<\/strong><\/span><br><span class=\"texto-base\">Yes. A diet rich in proteins and fruit and vegetables is recommended, and carbohydrates and sugars should be avoided. Consult an endocrinologist or nutritionist for more advice.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is generally some confusion about this matter. To start with, the name suggests the presence of multiple cysts in the ovary. However,&nbsp;they aren&#8217;t cysts, but follicles, i.e., developing eggs. What&#8217;s more, the term has become very popular because many young girls&#8217;&nbsp;ovaries &#8220;look polycystic&#8221;&nbsp;but function normally. 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