𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 & 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐂𝐎𝐒 While the exact cause of PCOS is unknown, several factors contribute to its development: ✔ 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 – Many people with PCOS have high insulin levels, which can lead to excess androgen production and weight gain. ✔ 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 – Elevated levels of androgens (male hormones) disrupt ovulation and cause symptoms like acne, hair loss, and irregular periods. ✔ 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 – PCOS tends to run in families, so if your mother or sister has it, you may be at higher risk. ✔ 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – Some studies suggest that low-grade inflammation may contribute to increased androgen production, worsening symptoms. ✔ 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 – Poor diet, lack of exercise, stress, and obesity can trigger or worsen PCOS symptoms.