J. Clark Bundren M.D. - Infertility and Gynecology


	*Fertility* Human conception is a difficult and complex process, even under the best conditions. Fertility problems affect both men and women. more details *Endometriosis* Nearly 5.5 million women and girls in the U.S. and Canada are effected by this disease. more details *Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)* IBS affects approximately 20 million people with about 2/3 of them being women. more details

Polycystic Ovary (PCO) Syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about five million American women overall. The disorder occurs when the ovaries produce excessive amounts of male hormones and develop small cysts.

Women with PCOS usually also have low levels of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) because of this her follicles will not mature and release eggs. Instead, the immature egg follicles in the ovaries develop into small cysts, causing PCOS.

With this imbalance in hormones, PCOS can affect everything from a woman's hair to uterus, skin to blood sugar. Not only does it affect fertility, PCOS is a common cause of obesity. Three quarters of the women with PCOS are overweight. The syndrome puts them at a higher risk for diabetes, endometrial cancer, heart disease and stroke. Many women have acne and grow facial hair, thanks to the presence of the male hormone.