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The gut microbiome plays a huge role in the health of women with PCOS. 9dream studio/Shutterstock

September 19, 2023

Polycystic ovary syndrome and gut health: what you need to know

Goitseone Thamae, University of Cambridge

Studies have found that the gut microbiome in women with PCOS differs from those without the condition.

Diane Rodríguez and her husband, Zack Elias, are a trans couple in Ecuador. Chichicko/Wikimedia Commons

September 26, 2022

Transgender men and nonbinary people are asked to stop testosterone therapy during pregnancy – but the evidence for this guidance is still murky

Carla A. Pfeffer, Michigan State University

Testosterone therapy is often essential for the health and well-being of transmasculine people. The choice to stop it to pursue pregnancy can be a difficult one.

Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome often battle infertility and may not conceive easily. Photo by Florian Plaucheur/AFP via Getty Images. from www,gettyimages.com

September 11, 2022

Ovarian condition that can cause missed menstrual periods and infertility is going undetected in Nigeria

Ajike Saratu Omagbemi, Babcock University

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is common among women and girls in Nigeria but not many know its impact on their lives and reproductive health.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome are more likely to be overweight or obese. But it’s easier to maintain a healthy weight while young than wait until later to shift the kilos. Pressmaster/Shutterstock

April 29, 2019

Weight loss improves polycystic ovary symptoms. But don’t wait until middle age – start now

Siew Lim, Monash University and Carolyn Ee, Western Sydney University

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome say they find it hard to lose weight. Here’s what they can do to improve their symptoms and long-term health.

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