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Please tell me doctors what is the meaning of polycystic ovary. It is in my report.
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Hi, polycystic ovary implies ovaries have unruptured follicles over it. It is due to hormonal imbalance. If you have irregular periods, excess androgen features like facial hair, acne, weight gain alongwith polycystic ovaries ,it is called polycystic ovarian syndrome. These patients usually have difficulty in becoming pregnant because of irregular egg release. Consult a gynecologist for further opinion and treatment.
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