**What is ovarian laziness?** Polycystic ovary syndrome or ovarian laziness is a type of hormonal imbalance in women, and its main characteristic is the excessive production of male hormones (androgens). Ovarian laziness increases the growth of unwanted hair and body acne. It may also cause cysts in the ovaries and disturb the normal menstrual cycle **Women with ovarian laziness are at a higher risk of suffering from the following diseases:** • Insulin resistance • Type 2 diabetes • High cholesterol • High blood pressure • Heart disease • Stroke • Sleep apnea or interruption of breathing during sleep **Some symptoms of ovarian laziness include the following:** • Presence of small cysts in the ovary • Insulin resistance • High testosterone, which increases the growth of unwanted hair, hair loss with a male pattern and pimples on the body • Absence of ovulation (learn more about how to calculate ovulation days) • Weight gain in the abdomen and flanks • Darkening of the skin in the neck, arms, breasts and thighs • Skin tag in armpit and neck area • Pain in the thigh • Anxiety or depression • Sleep apnea or interrupted breathing during sleep **Causes of ovarian laziness** Among the factors that interfere with the pituitary cycle of the ovary and uterus: 1) Overweight and obesity can increase estrogen and male hormones. 2) Genetic factors 3) Stress and mental anxiety 4) Diabetes and insulin hormone problems 5\) Thyroid gland diseases 6) Adrenal gland problems 7\) Brain tumors 8) Infectious and microbial diseases of pelvis and uterus How does ovarian laziness appear? Among the important factors that guide us in the diagnosis of this disease: Irregularity of menstruation or menstruation in the form of cessation of menstruation and heavy menstruation and prolonged menstruation PCO or polycystic ovary syndrome obesity Increase in facial hair and thickening of hair Reduction of forehead hair Pimples and acne Oily body skin Ovarian inertia is a special hormonal condition, and women who suffer from it may have problems with fertility. Also, in addition to fertility problems, it may cause the following problems: Menstruation stops or becomes irregular Acne and excess hair Increased risk of problems such as diabetes and high blood pressure There are special treatments for each of the above problems; But if you want to get pregnant, you have to choose different treatment methods. Many women with ovarian cysts do not have cysts on their ovaries. So, sometimes you may have cysts, but in some cases you may not see any cysts. The relationship between hormones and ovarian laziness When you have ovarian laziness, the balance of sex hormones is disturbed. This imbalance can lead to ovarian problems such as irregular periods or missed periods. **Mint application** Hormones are substances that cause certain processes to happen in your body. Some of them are related to pregnancy, which consequently affect the menstrual cycle. Hormones that affect ovarian laziness include: **androgen** This hormone is commonly known as the male hormone, but women also have these hormones. Having these hormones in women eventually causes hair loss and unwanted hair growth, especially in the face area, and also causes fertility problems. **Insulin** This hormone manages blood sugar. If you have lazy ovaries, your body may not respond to this hormone as it should. **progesterone** When you have polycystic ovary syndrome, your body may not have enough of this hormone, causing you to miss periods for a long time or to have very irregular periods. **Reasons of ovarian laziness** Doctors still do not fully understand why women suffer from this disorder. If your mother or sister has this disorder, you may also get this disease. It may also be related to the high production of the insulin hormone in your body and affect the ovaries and the power of ovulation. **Symptoms of ovarian laziness** If you have symptoms like oily skin, irregular periods, and trouble losing weight, you may think that it's completely normal and a normal part of your life. But these symptoms may be symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome. The relationship between hormones and ovarian laziness When you have ovarian laziness, the balance of sex hormones is disturbed. This imbalance can lead to ovarian problems such as irregular periods or missed periods. **Mint application** Hormones are substances that cause certain processes to happen in your body. Some of them are related to pregnancy, which consequently affect the menstrual cycle. Hormones that affect ovarian laziness include: **androgen** This hormone is commonly known as the male hormone, but women also have these hormones. Having these hormones in women eventually causes hair loss and unwanted hair growth, especially in the face area, and also causes fertility problems. **Insulin** This hormone manages blood sugar. If you have lazy ovaries, your body may not respond to this hormone as it should. **progesterone** When you have polycystic ovary syndrome, your body may not have enough of this hormone, causing you to miss periods for a long time or to have very irregular periods. Causes of ovarian laziness Doctors still do not fully understand why women suffer from this disorder. If your mother or sister has this disorder, you may also get this disease. It may also be related to the high production of the insulin hormone in your body and affect the ovaries and the power of ovulation. Symptoms of ovarian laziness If you have symptoms like oily skin, irregular periods, and trouble losing weight, you may think that it's completely normal and a normal part of your life. But these symptoms may be symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome. Ovarian inertia is a special hormonal condition, and women who suffer from it may have problems with fertility. Also, in addition to fertility problems, it may cause the following problems: Menstruation stops or becomes irregular Acne and excess hair Increased risk of problems such as diabetes and high blood pressure There are special treatments for each of the above problems; But if you want to get pregnant, you have to choose different treatment methods. Many women with ovarian cysts do not have cysts on their ovaries. So, sometimes you may have cysts, but in some cases you may not see any cysts. **ovarian laziness** The relationship between hormones and ovarian laziness When you have ovarian laziness, the balance of sex hormones is disturbed. This imbalance can lead to ovarian problems such as irregular periods or missed periods. **Mint application** Hormones are substances that cause certain processes to happen in your body. Some of them are related to pregnancy, which consequently affect the menstrual cycle. Hormones that affect ovarian laziness include: **androgen** This hormone is commonly known as the male hormone, but women also have these hormones. Having these hormones in women eventually causes hair loss and unwanted hair growth, especially in the face area, and also causes fertility problems. Insulin This hormone manages blood sugar. If you have lazy ovaries, your body may not respond to this hormone as it should. Progesterone When you have polycystic ovary syndrome, your body may not have enough of this hormone, causing you to miss periods for a long time or to have very irregular periods. **Reasons of ovarian laziness** Doctors still do not fully understand why women suffer from this disorder. If your mother or sister has this disorder, you may also get this disease. It may also be related to the high production of the insulin hormone in your body and affect the ovaries and the power of ovulation. **Symptoms of ovarian laziness** If you have symptoms like oily skin, irregular periods, and trouble losing weight, you may think that it's completely normal and a normal part of your life. But these symptoms may be symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome. **Symptoms of ovarian laziness** This condition may have many symptoms and you may not have all of them. Even many women take years to understand that they have ovarian laziness. Points you should pay attention to You may have more trouble with these symptoms of the disorder, because others can also see them: Excessive hair growth You may have unwanted hair growth in places you don't want, such as your face, chin, breasts, stomach, or even your fingers. hair loss Women who have this problem may have thinning hair, which becomes more severe with age. Weight problems Almost half of women with this problem struggle with weight gain and weight loss. Acne or oily skin Due to hormonal changes associated with ovarian laziness, you may have oily skin with a number of pimples. But remember that you can have these problems without ovarian laziness and they are not related to this disease. Sleep problems and extreme fatigue You may have trouble falling asleep and still feel tired when you wake up. Insomnia and fatigue problems in ovarian laziness headache This problem occurs due to hormonal changes of ovarian laziness. Fertility problems Ovarian laziness is the main cause of infertility. Menstrual problems You may have irregular periods or even not get your period for several months and you may even experience heavy bleeding during menstruation. When should you see a doctor? If you have any of these symptoms, be sure to see a doctor. Because there are solutions and treatments that can improve or reduce each of these symptoms and finally you will know if you have ovarian laziness or not. The sooner you start the treatment process, the sooner you will get results. How do we know that we have ovarian laziness? There is no specific test by which you can diagnose ovarian laziness. The doctor should be aware of your symptoms and perform physical tests and blood tests to find out about these conditions. What questions does the doctor ask? Your doctor may ask about all the signs and symptoms you have. This is one of the important steps that helps to diagnose this disorder or other similar diseases. همچنین باید درباره سوابق بیماری و سایر بیماری هایی که ممکن است در خانواده تان به وجود آمده باشد به پزشک اطلاع دهید. Because if your mother or sister has ovarian laziness or polycystic ovary syndrome, or if they had problems conceiving, this information can be helpful. Because ovarian laziness can also have hereditary reasons. Be prepared for any discussion regarding menstrual problems, weight changes, and other symptoms. Other problems of ovarian laziness You may have metabolic syndrome. This syndrome is a set of symptoms that increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases and causes an increase in cholesterol levels, blood pressure and blood sugar. Other complications and risks of ovarian laziness include: depression Distress Uterine bleeding and the risk of uterine cancer sleep problems Liver inflammation **Some of the symptoms of ovarian laziness are not so serious and do not threaten your health, but they are unwanted and may cause embarrassment. These symptoms include:** Abnormal body and facial hair Thin head hair Weight gain in the middle part of the body Acne and other skin problems If you have irregular periods and cannot get pregnant, see a doctor. Also, if you have any of the following symptoms, see a doctor again: Constant mood swings Abnormal weight gain Changes in skin and hair These symptoms may not be a sign of ovarian laziness but may be related to other medical issues. What are the risks associated with weight gain from ovarian laziness? It doesn't matter what causes weight gain, obesity is harmful to health in any case. Women with hypothyroidism are more prone to weight gain and insulin resistance. Problems that may arise in relation to weight gain include: Type 2 diabetes High cholesterol levels high blood pressure Insomnia and extreme fatigue Infertility uterine cancer Also, many of these conditions can lead to heart diseases. Many experts believe that the increase in weight resulting from ovarian laziness causes irregular menstruation and pimples. #### Dr. Siddiqa Akhan Tabib **Surgeon and specialist in gynecology, childbirth and infertility** **Office:** Valiasr St., below Valiasr Square, Khouldi, No. 21, 1st floor Set time Tel: 021-88938793