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By Nicole Galan, RN, About.com Guide to PCOS

Genetic Cause to PCOS?

Friday February 29, 2008

While researchers have suspected that PCOS has a genetic link due to the tendency for many women in the same family to have PCOS, there have no definitive studies to prove it. However, a new study has shown that two genetic mutations are more common in women with PCOS. These genetic mutations have been shown to cause changes within the body that lead to higher androgen levels which are typical in PCOS.

What do you think?? Do a lot of women in your family have PCOS? Check in at the Blog Discussion folder in your PCOS forums!

For more information:
SHBG and AR Genes Linked to PCOS Development

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