Endocrinology Clinic Education and Resources

It is one of the most common causes of female infertility, but polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects the entire body, not just the reproductive system. Its exact cause is not known but may be due to a combination of insulin resistance, increased levels of hormones called androgens (such as testosterone) and an irregular menstrual cycle....

Anyone searching for new weight loss methods has likely come across intermittent fasting. This eating pattern — based on timing of calorie intake rather than quantity — has become a popular way to lose unwanted pounds....

The American Cancer Society lists thyroid cancer as one of the most common types of cancer, and women are more likely than men to develop the disease....

An estimated 20 million Americans have a thyroid disorder, and women are more likely to be affected. According to the American Thyroid Association, up to 60% of people with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition....