Polycystic Ovarian Disease (Pcod): What Is Pcod?

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Symptoms

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Causes

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Diagnosis

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• Lowering of blood glucose levels • Restoration of fertility • Treatment of hirsutism or acne

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Polycystic Ovarian Disease (Pcod): What Is Pcod?

Symptoms

Causes

Diagnosis

• Lowering of blood glucose levels • Restoration of fertility • Treatment of hirsutism or acne

PCOD Treatment