Insulin resistance is a common complication of PCOS. The body finds it increasingly difficult to process the carbohydrates that you eat each day. If left untreated, it can eventually lead to diabetes and other serious health concerns. There are a number of ways in which you can help prevent this common issue.
Metabolic Syndrome is a collection of factors can which increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. Having PCOS can put you at a greater risk of developing Metabolic Syndrome, so it is important to understand this disease, and what you can do to prevent it.
Women with PCOS need to be aware of the increased risk of endometrial cancer. A woman who does not get her period regularly is at a greater risk of getting cancer of the endometrium due to the increased growth of the uterine lining. Learn about the link between PCOS and endometrial cancer here.
Because of the increased risk for insulin resistance and obesity, women with PCOS also have an increased risk for heart disease. Learn here about the different types of heart disease and preventing future complications.
Hypertension is one of the complications that has been associated with PCOS. Learn about hypertension, it's relationship with PCOS and treatment options.
High levels of cholesterol are one of the possible complications of PCOS. Learn here more about the types of cholesterol, and how high cholesterol is diagnosed, and treated.
Atherosclerosis is a potential long term complication of PCOS. Learn here about atherosclerosis and how it relates to PCOS.
There is no question in the link between PCOS and obesity. However, the relationship is not as simple as it sounds. Learn here about the link between PCOS and obesity.
