Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a multifactorial disorder that affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age.
- PCOS is associated with hormonal disturbance and psychological consequences. The exact cause of PCOS is unknown.
- Women with PCOS may have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormone (androgen) levels.1
- There is considerable inter-individual variation in presentation thus making the condition difficult to diagnose.
- The objective of this review was to describe demographic characteristics, medications, and labs in electronic medical records of women with PCOS in the United States within two years of diagnosis.