polycystic ovary syndrome
Term · Oncology and biomedicine · MLC-T-ONC-006791
A condition marked by infertility, enlarged ovaries, menstrual problems, high levels of male hormones, excess hair on the face and body, acne, and obesity. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and endometrial cancer. Also called PCOS.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ONC-006791 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oncology and biomedicine |
| Synonyms | PCOS |
| References | NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms |
Record as JSON
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