Coping with polycystic ovary syndrome
By: Christine Craggs-Hinton and Adam Balen
Contributors: Balen, Adam H.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Sheldon
Published: 2008
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 115
ISBN-13: 9781847090447
Subjects: Polycystic ovary syndrome; Popular works; Treatment
Description: PCOS is a caused by a hormonal imbalance and can result in distressing symptoms such as acne, irregular or absent periods and increased hair growth on the face and body. For some, PCOS will even lead to infertility, hair loss and weight gain. This book helps sufferers to cope with the changing nature of the disorder and its effects.
Notes: Previous edition: 2004.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Foreword / Adam Balen; title: Introduction; title: 1. What is polycystic ovary syndrome?; title: 2. What causes polycystic ovary syndrome?; title: 3. Getting help from your doctor; title: 4. Getting pregnant; title: 5. Helping yourself; title: 6. Complementary treatments; title: 7. Emotional support.