What Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
7. Additional Complications From PCOS
Diabetes and metabolic syndrome are common complications that arise out of PCOS, but they are not the only ones. When women do not ovulate, the lining of their uterine walls thicken, which increases the risk for endometrial cancer. Furthermore, the syndrome can lead to sleep issues and mood disorders.
Sleep apnea, a condition in which breathing is interrupted during sleep, is common in overweight individuals, but its prevalence in overweight women with PCOS is five to 10 times that of overweight women without PCOS. The changes in hormone levels also increase the likelihood of depression and anxiety.
