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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) - Prevention

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By Bets Davis, MFA

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cannot be prevented. But early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS helps prevent long-term complications, such as infertility, metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

Author:Bets Davis, MFA
Kathe Gallagher, MSW
Medical Review:Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal MedicineSamuel S. Thatcher, MD, PhD - Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology
Last Updated: 01/23/2008
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