Roshni Singh Roshni Singh Asked 8 months ago

Is pcos hereditary or genetic?

I've heard different things about PCOS being passed down in families. Is it more of a hereditary condition, meaning it's in your genes, or is it considered purely genetic? What's the distinction here?

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Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

It's both! There's a genetic predisposition, meaning it runs in families. But environmental factors also play a huge role. Always consult your doctor at a reputable hospital for clear answers on your specific case.

Ritu Sharma Ritu Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

From what I understand, it often runs in families, so you could say it's hereditary. But it's not a sure shot. Lifestyle also matters a lot. Simple diet and some exercise can help, regardless of family history.

Anil Gupta Anil Gupta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Ah, the old 'nature vs. nurture' debate for PCOS! From my wife's experience, it seems to be a nasty mix of both. So yes, a bit of bad luck from genes, and then our modern lives don't help either. Just another thing to manage, eh?

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Akash Verma Akash Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My sister has it, and her doctor said it's definitely something that can run in families, so yeah, genetic. But also, how you live can make it better or worse, so it's not just pure genetics. It's complicated.

Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

It's understood to have both genetic and hereditary links, meaning a family history increases risk. However, it's not solely determined by genes; lifestyle also plays a crucial part in its manifestation. Manage lifestyle to mitigate risk.

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