5. Weight gain
We’ve already mentioned that a hormonal imbalance in the body is the most common cause behind PCOS, and with a hormonal imbalance you’re bound to experience a range of other symptoms related to imbalances. One of these symptoms is a sudden irregular weight gain or weight loss – both symptoms which can occur in cases of PCOS.
Irregular weight gain and loss have many potential causes, including an actual change in your diet, experiencing stress, being on some types of medication, even entering a new phase of your life – many women will experience periods of weight gain categorized by periods of weight loss, and this is completely normal.
But if there’s no obvious cause for your weight gain or weight loss and it seems to be continuing, make an appointment and speak to your doctor. As we’ve mentioned, sudden weight gain or loss can be a sign that something else is wrong.