Directory of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Resources

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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (also called Stein-Leventhal syndrome) affects between 5% and 10% of all women. It frequently causes infertility and if not managed can lead to diabetes, endometrial cancer or cardiovascular disease. It is now thought to either caused by or closely linked to insulin resistance (also called hyperinsulinemia, Syndrome X or the metabolic syndrome).

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• Clinical Trials: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

  http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/condition/313/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome
  Learn more about trials offered in various states on PCOS.

• Golden Shoes

  http://www.goldenshoes.org/
  Resource for women with PCOS containing information on diet, exercise and mental health.

• Insulite Health PCOS

  https://www.pcos.com/
  Overview of polycystic ovarian syndrome, the symptoms, treatment, and research.

• NHS Choices: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

  http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Polycystic-ovarian-syndrome/
  Provides a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.

• PCOS Awareness Association

  http://www.pcosaa.org/
  National non-profit organization operated by women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, featuring membership, communities, medical news, and events.

• PCOS Diva

  http://www.pcosdiva.com/
  Resource for managing PCOS holistically with natural remedies, meal plans and online programs.

• PCOS Foundation

  http://www.pcosfoundation.org/
  Non-profit organization spreading awareness and education to help diagnose and treat women with PCOS.

• PCOS Help

  http://pcos-help.com/
  Exercise plans, books and supplement suggestions to help you manage PCOS. Free calorie and BMI calculators.

• PCOS Studies

  http://www.pcos.northwestern.edu/
  Northwestern University's study on women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and whether certain genes may increase a person’s chance of getting PCOS.

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment

  http://www.ivf.com/pcostreat.html
  Discusses diagnosis, medications, pregnancy, and miscarriage.

• Soul Cysters

  http://www.soulcysters.com/
  Community for women with PCOS. Founded by former consumer health anchor, Kathryn Carney.

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