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PCOS Quiz

This quiz is intended for educational and informational purposes only. In no way should this information be used as a substitute for medical advice, and PCOSA strongly recommends discussing this information with a qualified personal physician. PCOSA will not be liable for any damage resulting from the use of the information on this site.

Section 1: Menstrual Irregularities

Score one point for each item unless otherwise indicated:

When not on birth control pills, do you have or have you ever had any of the following problems:

	Eight or fewer periods per year
	No periods for an extended period of time (4 or more months)
	Irregular bleeding that starts and stops intermittently
	Fertility problems (Score 2 points if you have seen a fertility specialist or been treated with fertility drugs to induce ovulation.)

Section 2: Skin Problems

Score one point for each item unless otherwise indicated:

	Adult acne, or severe adolescent acne
	Excess facial or body hair, especially upper lip, chin, neck, chest and/or abdomen
	Skin tags
	Balding or thinning hair
	Dark or discolored patches of skin on your neck, groin, under arms or in skin folds. (Score 2 points if you answer yes to this question.)

Section 3: Weight and Insulin-Based Problems

Score one point for each item unless otherwise indicated:

	Excess weight or difficulty maintaining weight (Score 2 points if your excess weight is centered around your middle)
	Sudden unexplained weight gain
	Shaking, lack of concentration, uncontrollable hunger and/or mood swings 2 or more hours after a meal
	Type II Diabetes (Score 2 points if you answer yes to this question)
	Family history of Type II Diabetes, Heart Disease or Hypertension

Section 4: Related Problems*

*Although there is little or no documented research, many women with PCOS have experienced the following problems.

Place a check mark next to each applicable item in this section.

	Migraines
	Depression and/or anxiety
	Rapid pulse and/or irregular heartbeat
	Pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes or excess amniotic fluid