PCOS and hormones
Hormones control periods, fertility, menopause, sexual health and how children grow. These guides explain PCOS, irregular periods, menopause, low testosterone in men and growth and puberty in children, and when a hormone check with a specialist makes sense.
PCOS
Menstrual and fertility hormones
Menopause
Testosterone and male hormones
Growth and puberty in children
Common questions
- Can I get pregnant with PCOS?Yes, most women with PCOS can get pregnant, either naturally or with simple fertility treatment. PCOS makes ovulation irregular, so it may take longer, and getting fit before pregnancy, checking your sugar and treating any thyroid problem all improve your chances. If you have very irregular periods, or have been trying for six to twelve months without success, see your doctor, who may discuss ovulation medicines such as letrozole.
- Does PCOS go away after marriage or pregnancy?No, marriage does not change PCOS, and pregnancy does not make it go away, although periods may become more regular for a while after having a baby. PCOS is a long-term hormonal and metabolic condition, and its features often ease with weight loss and with age, while the risk of diabetes and heart disease continues. Lifelong healthy habits and regular check-ups matter more than any life event.