Everything You Need To Know About PCOS with guest Dr. Mira Aubuchon
Release Date: 08/28/2024
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Symptoms of the condition include irregular or absent periods, high testosterone, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), and acne. I call it HOPE Syndrome.
O is for Ovaries with a lot of follicles.
P is for Periods that are irregular.
E is for eating + exercise habits that you need to develop early on.
PCOS definitely has its challenges, but, having it does not mean you’ll never have children or that your eggs cannot produce a healthy, beautiful baby. Plus, if you have it, you're not alone. Up to 10% of women have PCOS.
Check out Dr. Mira Aubuchon at MCRM Fertility.
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