Frequently Asked Questions About PCOS

What does PCOS stand for?

PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

What is PCOS?

PCOS is a hormonal imbalance that occurs when your ovaries produce an excess amount of hormones. If you have PCOS your ovaries produce high levels of hormones called androgens. This causes your hormones to become imbalanced.

What are the symptoms of PCOS?

Irregular menstrual cycles, missed periods and unpredicted ovulation, small follicle cysts on your ovaries (due to lack of ovulation), excess facial hair, acne, weight gain, and insulin resistance.

What is insulin resistance?

Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas. Insulin helps regulate blood glucose levels. After eating, your blood glucose levels rise and your pancreas releases the insulin hormone, telling your body to convert sugar into energy. When there is insulin resistance in the body, these cells do not react, leading to excess sugar in the blood.

What age does PCOS start?

PCOS typically occurs anytime after puberty. Most people are diagnosed in their 20s-30s when they are trying to get pregnant. If you have a family history of PCOS or obesity, you may have a higher chance of developing PCOS.

How is PCOS diagnosed?

Typically, healthcare providers diagnose PCOS if you have at least two of the three symptoms:

Irregular or missed periods.
Signs of excess androgens such as excessive hair growth or acne. This can be confirmed through blood work.
Enlarged ovaries or polycystic ovaries. This can be confirmed on an ultrasound. However, it is important to note that many people do not develop cysts.

Can I have PCOS without knowing?

It is possible to have PCOS, where the symptoms aren’t severe enough for you to notice. Many people do not realize that they have PCOS until they have trouble getting pregnant or are gaining weight for unknown reasons.

Can I get pregnant if I have PCOS?

Yes, you can still get pregnant if you have PCOS. PCOS can make it hard to conceive if you do not know when you are ovulating, however many people with PCOS get pregnant on their own.

Can PCOS cause a miscarriage?

Having PCOS may increase your risk of certain pregnancy complications, although most women with PCOS are able to carry a pregnancy successfully. These complications may include:

Gestational diabetes
Preeclampsia
Preterm birth (before 37 weeks of pregnancy)
A C-section delivery

Can I prevent PCOS?

There is no proven way to prevent PCOS, however, you can take steps to reduce your symptoms. Exercising regularly, eating nutritious foods, and maintaining healthy body weight, may help with keeping your PCOS symptoms at bay.

How can supplements help with PCOS?

Ovulation Support
Sol Nutrition’s Ovulation Support is ideal for women who do not ovulate regularly. This doctor-formulated herbal supplement promotes healthy ovulation, balances hormones, and helps regulate the menstrual cycle—making it especially helpful for those with irregular or anovulatory cycles.

Luteal Love
Luteal Love is specifically designed to support women with low progesterone. It enhances ovarian function and naturally encourages the body’s production of progesterone, which is essential during the second half of the menstrual cycle (the luteal phase). This supplement also supports a healthy hormonal balance and is a great choice for women with PCOS or short luteal phases.

Healthy Liver
For women with more severe PCOS or high insulin resistance—especially if your cycles are 35 days or longer—Healthy Liver is highly recommended. This formula helps improve liver enzyme production, aiding in the detoxification process. A healthy liver supports better metabolism, hormone clearance, and weight management.

Can PCOS be cured?

PCOS can be treated through a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) approach. With TCM, we treat the root cause of the problems. In severe cases of PCOS women do not have a menstrual cycle. By treating the issue at the root, we are able to regulate the menstrual cycle and carry healthy babies to term.