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Overview
What is PCOS?
What is polycystic ovary syndrome?
How many cysts do you have to have to be diagnosed with PCOS?
How often is PCOS misdiagnosed?
How often should PCOS be checked?
Symptoms
Can PCOS cysts rupture?
Does PCOS affect weight?
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Treatment
Can PCOS be cured?
Fertility and PCOS
How much does PCOS affect fertility?
How do sufferers of PCOS ovulate?
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Diet and PCOS
PCOS diet: what to eat to manage symptoms
Article history
The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Originally published
Authored by:
Victoria RawPeer reviewed by
Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP
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