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• Polycystic ovary syndrome

  Read about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a common condition that affects how a woman's ovaries work.

• Polycystic ovary syndrome - Treatment

  Read about the treatments for managing the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), such as lifestyle changes, medicine and surgery.

• Polycystic ovary syndrome - Causes

  The exact cause of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is unknown, but it's thought to be related to abnormal hormone levels.

• Polycystic ovary syndrome - Symptoms

  Find out about the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), including irregular or absent periods, weight gain, fertility problems, thinning hair and hair loss.

• About metformin

  NHS medicines information on metformin – what it's used for and key facts.

• Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while taking metformin

  NHS medicines information on metformin and whether you can take it while pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Who can and cannot take metformin

  NHS medicines information on who can take metformin and who may not be able to take it.

• Polycystic ovary syndrome - Diagnosis

  A GP or specialist may request an ultrasound scan, which can show if you have a high number of cysts in your ovaries (polycystic ovaries).

• How and when to take metformin

  NHS medicines information on dosage for metformin, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.

• Side effects of metformin

  NHS medicines information on side effects of metformin and what you can do to cope.