Hirsutism (from Latin hirsutus = shaggy, hairy) is defined as excessive and increased hair growth in women in locations where the occurrence of terminal hair normally is minimal or absent. … en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hirsutism Why do I have hair in places my friends don’t? And why is it thick and black (called terminal hair)? Hirsutism can occur [...]
A little more info on PCOS, some food for thought. A researcher in Adelaide, Dr Theresa Hickey, gives us “tantalising clues about why PCOS tends to run in families.” And maybe some hope. Check out http://www.posaa.asn.au/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=71 for some more clues.
I know many women are labelled with PCOS (PCOD) and that is the end of the information they receive. There seems to be a real lack of knowledge in general about this condition… Even though SO many women get diagnosed with it. If you have any questions about PCOS, no matter what they are or [...]
I came across this great PCOS post. It’s so important to realise the link between PCOS and insulin resistance, and the effects it can have on your body not only now, but in the future. With the correct knowledge you can win! Check it out: http://therotundaramblings.wordpress.com/2008/10/01/insulin-resistance-a-root-cause-of-pcos/
I was scouring the net for great PCOS information. I found a great site to give you some information about hormonal levels and PCOS. Just click on the following link: http://www.obgyn.net/displayarticle.asp?page=/pcos/articles/hormone_levels_sterling
Just a quick note… If you have been diagnosed with PCOS / PCOD, this should start an ongoing educational process with regard to your body, and how to help yourself function optimally. I have heard so many doctors tell me (and many others) that ‘You Have PCOS’ But you know, no medical professional ever expanded! [...]
I have known there is a lack of quality information about PCOS for a long time now. I needed a forum where I could share this valuable information with PCOS sufferers. Thus this blog was created. The response has been fast and questions have been flowing. My suspicions have been confirmed. To help you better, [...]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility in women. Women can develop PCOS if there are too many male hormones in their bodies and not enough female hormones. This affects ovulation rates and can make ovulation irregular or non-existent in some women. PCOS causes the ovarian follicles to stop growing. If the [...]
If you have been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), think you may have PCOS, or wish to support someone who has this condition, this blog is for you! There is such a lack of good information about this condition, and believe it or not, it is thought to affect at least 1 in 10 [...]
