One of the most common symptoms of PCOD is irregular menstruation. Male hormones increase in patients of PCOD, due to which the body prevents ovulation.
Acne is caused by the presence of higher amounts of male hormones due to which the skin secretes more oil.
Most women suffering from this condition see hair growth on several body parts. This condition is known as hirsutism.
Due to hormonal imbalance, most women suffering from this condition are obese or overweight.
Since there is an increase in male hormones, several women suffer from crown hair thinning or sometimes complete hair loss.
Hormonal imbalances caused by PCOD result in hyperpigmentation or darkening in several areas of the skin. This skin condition is also known as acanthosis nigricans.
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