Yes, absolutely! PCOS doesn't look the same for everyone. There's actually a type called "Lean PCOS," which refers to people with PCOS who are at a healthy weight or even on the lower end of the scale. People with Lean PCOS can still experience the full range of PCOS symptoms, including:
- Insulin resistance
- Excess hair Show Full Answer
Yes, absolutely! PCOS doesn't look the same for everyone. There's actually a type called "Lean PCOS," which refers to people with PCOS who are at a healthy weight or even on the lower end of the scale. People with Lean PCOS can still experience the full range of PCOS symptoms, including:
- Insulin resistance
- Excess hair growth (hirsutism)
- Ovarian cysts
- Irregular periods
- Acne
So even without weight gain, PCOS can still be very much present and active in the body. It's worth having a conversation with a healthcare provider if weight loss feels unexplained or sudden, as hormone imbalances related to PCOS can affect the body in many different ways. Getting the full picture with proper testing can really help guide the right treatment plan.
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