Obesity in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Two Diseases or One?
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Both obesity and the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are commonly seen in general population. Obesity is present in about 50% of women with PCOS and contributes to the development of this disorder. This article explores the influences of obesity on the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and treatment strategies of PCOS.
Both obesity and the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are commonly seen in general population. Obesity is present in about 50% of women with PCOS and contributes to the development of this disorder. This article explores the influences of obesity on the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and treatment strategies of PCOS.