pcos
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Myth: All women with PCOS need medication.
Fact: Lifestyle modifications, such as diet and exercise, can be effective for managing mild cases of PCOS.
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Myth: Eating a low-carb diet is the only way to manage PCOS.
Fact: A balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains is crucial for PCOS management.
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Myth: PCOS is caused by stress.
Fact: While stress can exacerbate PCOS symptoms, it’s not the primary cause.
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Myth: All women with PCOS will develop type 2 diabetes.
Fact: While PCOS increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, not all women with PCOS will develop it.
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Myth: PCOS is a death sentence.
Fact: With proper management, women with PCOS can live healthy and fulfilling lives
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Myth: PCOS only affects women who want to have children.
Fact: PCOS can impact women’s overall health, regardless of their desire to have children.
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Myth: PCOS is a rare condition affecting only older women.
Fact: PCOS commonly affects women of reproductive age
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Myth: Only overweight women can have PCOS
Fact: While weight gain can be a symptom, many women with PCOS are of normal weight.
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Myth: PCOS is contagious.
Fact: PCOS is not contagious. It’s a hormonal disorder that typically has genetic and environmental factors.
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Myth: All women with PCOS will have excessive hair growth.
Fact: While hirsutism (excessive hair growth) is a common symptom, not all women with PCOS experience it.
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