The Truth about PCOS: Not just a weight issue!

PCOS Affects All Body Types

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is often linked with weight problems. But there's more to it than that. A recent study looked at women with PCOS who were both lean and overweight. They found that PCOS can be just as much of a problem for those who don't have weight issues. This means that PCOS isn't just about weight; it can affect anyone.

Insulin Resistance in PCOS

The researchers paid special attention to insulin levels in these women. Insulin resistance is a big part of PCOS and can happen no matter how much someone weighs. The study showed that both lean and overweight women with PCOS had problems with insulin, although it was more severe in those with more weight.

What This Means for PCOS Treatment

This tells us that treating PCOS should include looking at insulin resistance, not just focusing on weight loss. For those with PCOS, it's important to get checked for insulin issues and not just assume it's about being overweight.

The Bigger Picture for PCOS Care

The study reminds doctors and patients alike that PCOS care needs to be about the individual. Everyone with PCOS is different, and their treatment should be too. This means thinking about each person's unique situation when deciding how to tackle PCOS.

Hussein, S. R. M., Sadiq, A. M., Johar, S. A., & Nasrawi, A. J. M. (2023). Insulin level, lipid profile, and HOMA index in lean and obese patients with polycystic ovary syndrome. Journal of Medicine and Life, 16(8), 1258-63.

A Message to Women with PCOS

If you're dealing with PCOS, remember that your experience is important. It's not just about your weight, and you deserve care that looks at your whole health picture. This study is a reminder that every woman with PCOS deserves to have her health taken seriously, no matter her size. Jason & Rita...aka Dr. De Leon and Dr. Gillespie.