Sunday, September 30, 2007

Hormonal imbalance In Women Affects Fertility

There has been a lot of media attention given lately to a condition that affects many women which can seriously impair their fertility.  It is called polycystic ovarian disease and it is a hormonal imbalance that is thought to occur due to insulin resistance.   Dr. Ricardo Azziz, a reproductive endrocrinologist with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, said "Polycystic ovary syndrome is actually the single most common hormonal disorder of women. It affects one in at least 14 women."  More...


Infertility, Obesity: Condition Affects 1 In 14
CBS2 Chicago, IL - Sep 28, 2007
(CBS) A condition millions of women may have without knowing it can lead to infertility and more. It's called polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS. ...

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