Polycystic ovary syndrome - symptoms

The syndrome of polycystic ovaries (the abbreviation "SPKYA", the Stein-Levental syndrome) is quite a frequent occurrence. This disease belongs to the group of hormonal, endocrine disorders, in which there is an increase in the ovaries . It is caused by dysfunction of the pituitary gland, as well as the hypothalamus, as a result of which there is a violation of the synthesis of hormones.

How to determine the presence of pathology by yourself?

Symptoms of such a disorder, as polycystic ovary syndrome, are quite numerous. The absolute majority of them are nonspecific. That's why, quite often the girls ask for medical advice very late.

The main signs of the Stein-Levental syndrome are:

Additional features include:

How is pathology diagnosed?

Before a woman is diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, a long-term diagnosis is performed. The main role in the detection of pathology is played by instrumental studies, such as: ultrasound, x-ray, laparoscopy. Also, the laboratory methods can not do without: a blood test, a test for determining the violation of the ovulatory function.

Only after carrying out all the listed examinations, the girl is diagnosed and prescribed the appropriate, necessary treatment.