title: PCOS.
abstract: Essential facts Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common disorder that affects millions of women in the UK. It can affect a woman's menstrual cycle, fertility and aspects of her appearance. The three main features of the condition are cysts that develop in the ovaries, ovaries that do not regularly release eggs, and having high levels of androgens, the group of male hormones. A diagnosis of PCOS is usually made if someone has two of these features.
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011085:Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D012307:Risk Factors; D006113:United Kingdom