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COVID-19 may be more common in women with PCOS, a condition that’s often ignored – Business Insider Australia

A study found women with PCOS had a 28% greater risk of contracting COVID-19, even when accounting for factors like weight and glucose regulation.

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  • PCOS is linked with a 28% increased risk of COVID-19, even when accounting for other factors.
  • The common hormonal condition can cause weight gain, excess body hair, infertility, and mood changes.
  • PCOS is often misdiagnosed, and research in the area isn’t well-funded.
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Women with the common hormonal disorder polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are at increased risk of COVID-19, a study including more than 20,000 people with the condition found.
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