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jasenka [17]
3 years ago
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A 20-year-old, obese female has stopped menstruating (amenorrhea) and has gained 30 pounds during the past six months. her hair

distribution has begun to acquire the characteristics of those of a male. how would you describe these symptoms? identify appropriate symptoms
Biology
1 answer:
damaskus [11]3 years ago
6 0

The symptoms given may be a manifestation of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), which is a common endocrine system disease among females.

Symptoms are the following:

<span>1. </span>Menstrual disorders: oligomenorrhea (irregular period) or amenorrhea (cessation of period), which start around the time of the first period (menarche)

<span>2. </span>Infertility: which results from anovulation (ovaries are unable to release an egg cell during ovulation)

<span>3. </span>Obesity: at least 40% of females with PCOS are obese

<span>4. </span>Hirsutism (excessive body hair where hair is usually minimal or absent): big amount of masculinizing hormones in women with PCOS may cause hirsutism

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