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Episode 4 - PCOS Pt.1 - What is PCOS, why it occurs and how it manifests

Episode 4 - PCOS Pt.1 - What is PCOS, why it occurs and how it manifests

Update: 2025-06-15
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In this episode we discuss what PCOS is, how it occurs and why it occurs. We also take a look at how PCOS can manifest in women. If you haven't already, take a look at episode 1 to help you understand some of the terms, hormones and structures mentioned in this episode.


This episode will be followed by Pt.2 where we will discuss PCOS and exercise as a management and treatment strategy.


Here you can also find the link to the really interesting paper by Sabag et al. 2024 - Exercise in the management of polycystic ovary syndrome: A position statement from Exercise and Sports Science Australia


https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1440244024002081


See you all in the next episode!

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Episode 4 - PCOS Pt.1 - What is PCOS, why it occurs and how it manifests

Episode 4 - PCOS Pt.1 - What is PCOS, why it occurs and how it manifests

Andrea Al Hourani