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The exact cause of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is not entirely clear. However, genetic predisposition and environmental factors may be involved in PCOS.
Other risk factors for PCOS include:
- High androgen levels.
- Hypothalamic disorders.
- Liver disorders.
Read the full article on: What Is PCOS or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome? ( 90).
By Carmen Ochoa Marieta M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Sandra Fernández B.A., M.A. (fertility counselor).
Last Update: 06/12/2025
