PCOS needs long-term support, not quick judgement

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Community: PCOS & Women's Health

PCOS can affect periods, skin, weight, fertility, hair growth, mood, and confidence. Many women are judged for symptoms they are trying hard to manage. What kind of PCOS support is most missing — family understanding, workplace flexibility, nutrition guidance, fitness support, or emotional support? Source: NHS lists PCOS symptoms such as irregular periods, difficulty getting pregnant, excess hair growth, weight gain, thinning hair, oily skin, and acne. (nhs.uk)

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