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polycystic ovary syndrome |
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The most common endocrine condition in individuals assigned female at birth (AFAB) of reproductive age. The syndrome is named after the characteristic cysts which may form on the ovaries, though it is important to note that this is a sign and not the underlying cause of the disorder. Persons with PCOS may experience irregular menstrual periods, heavy periods, excess hair, acne, pelvic pain, difficulty getting pregnant, and patches of thick, darker, velvety skin. |
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http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_012066 |
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| definition |
The most common endocrine condition in individuals assigned female at birth (AFAB) of reproductive age. The syndrome is named after the characteristic cysts which may form on the ovaries, though it is important to note that this is a sign and not the underlying cause of the disorder. Persons with PCOS may experience irregular menstrual periods, heavy periods, excess hair, acne, pelvic pain, difficulty getting pregnant, and patches of thick, darker, velvety skin. |
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Stein-Leventhal syndrome polycystic ovarian syndrome |
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polycystic ovary syndrome |
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RG480.S7 |
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GSSO:012066 |
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polycystic ovary syndrome |
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PCOS |
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