What are the causes of hair loss in #PCOS? l andMe

Hair loss is one of the most common & unfortunate symptoms of PCOS.

But what triggers it?
Androgens are male sex hormones namely Testosterone and Androsterone that are responsible for the development and maintenance of ‘male’ characteristics.
Women with PCOS have an excess of androgens that generally trigger hair loss and unwanted hair growth.
In addition to that, disturbed sleep cycle, extreme stress, undernourished diet, inflammation can also elevate the symptom of hair loss.

So, what can we do to tackle or prevent this?
Stay tuned for our next reel to know the solution!

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