Shreya Das Shreya Das Asked 9 months ago

What are the first signs of pcos?

I've been having irregular periods and some weight gain, which isn't normal for me. My friend suggested it could be PCOS. What are the common first signs of PCOS?

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Smita Deshpande Smita Deshpande Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Ho na, PCOS ke signs toh bahut varied hote hain. Many girls notice irregular periods first, like cycles being very long or missing periods altogether. Also, extra hair growth, na, on the face or body? And sometimes acne or weight gain. It's confusing because it can be subtle. Best to see a gynaecologist.

Shruti Rao Shruti Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I've been having really irregular periods for months now, and my skin has been breaking out more than usual. Also, I feel like I'm gaining weight easily. Are these typical first signs of PCOS? Did anyone else experience these? It's making me a bit worried, and I'm wondering if I should see a doctor.

Nisha Bansal Nisha Bansal Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

As someone living with PCOS, I can tell you the initial signs can be very confusing and often dismissed. Common ones include irregular periods (long gaps, very heavy, or missed), excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and sometimes weight gain. It's not a one-size-fits-all, so if you suspect it, please get a proper diagnosis from a gynaecologist. Don't self-diagnose based on symptoms alone.

Radhika Devi Radhika Devi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Beti, PCOS mein mahwari theek se nahi aati, aur kabhi kabhi chehre par baal bhi zyada aate hain. Hum ghar pe yoga aur healthy khana khane ki koshish karte hain, par agar yeh symptoms bahut zyada hon ya theek na hon, toh toh doctor ko hi dikhana chahiye. Apne shareer ka dhyan rakho, par agar takleef badhe toh vaidya ki salaah lo.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Anjali Soni Anjali Soni Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

For many young women, the first thing they notice is super irregular periods, like you skip months or they come at weird times. Then, sometimes acne that's hard to control, or noticing more hair growth on your chin or upper lip. Gaining weight without much change in diet is also common. It's super important to talk to a gynaecologist if you're seeing these signs, don't just ignore it.

Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I had some complications due to delaying a diagnosis once, so I always recommend seeing a doctor early. For PCOS, the signs can be confusing: irregular periods, excessive hair growth, acne, and weight gain are common. If you have these symptoms and they are persistent, please see a gynaecologist. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent future issues.

Kavya Sharma Kavya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hey girl, don't stress too much, but it's super common for young women to wonder about PCOS! The main signs are usually really irregular periods, like they're super late or you skip them. Also, sometimes you might notice extra hair growth on your face or body, acne, or gaining weight easily. If you have a few of these, just chat with your gynaec, okay? It's manageable!

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