7 Types of PCOS: Symptoms And Treatments

What is PCOS?

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1. Insulin-resistant PCOS

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Treatment

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2. Lean PCOS

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Treatment

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3. Inflammatory PCOS

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Treatment

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4. Hidden-cause PCOS

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5. Pill-Induced PCOS

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6. Adrenal PCOS

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7. Post-pregnancy PCOS

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Final Thoughts

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