Hormonal in nature, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) primarily impacts women during their reproductive years.\u00a0
The overactivity of the Adrenal glands is a distinguishing factor between Adrenal PCOS and PCOS.
Some women might have lesser-known Adrenal PCOS, which is a subset of PCOS.
In Adrenal PCOS, the Adrenal glands produce excess Androgen, a male hormone.\u00a0
Elevated levels of Androgens may lead to hormonal imbalance and a significant impact on the functionality of the ovaries, leading to complications during pregnancy.\u00a0
This article will discuss Adrenal PCOS, its symptoms, treatment options, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n
There are two Adrenal glands, one on top of each kidney.
Adrenal glands make stress hormones like Cortisol<\/a> in response to acute stress.
Whether it’s physical or mental stress, your Adrenal glands release more Cortisol, which raises your Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S) levels.
Increased Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and its sulfate version (DHEA-S) impact<\/a> ovarian and metabolic processes.
Several studies<\/a> have found an association between DHEA and Adrenal PCOS.
Usually, women with Adrenal PCOS have high amounts of DHEA-S.
High levels of Cortisol and DHEA-S throw off the balance of other hormones in your body, which can cause Adrenal PCOS symptoms<\/p>\n\n\n