Ovarian Cysts

Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) is a condition where the ovaries exhibit many small cysts. PCOD, among other things, may prevent a woman from becoming pregnant. Symptoms may include irregular menstrual cycles, failure to ovulate, high levels of testosterone, masculinization of facial and pubic hair, many small follicles in ultrasound or ovarian biopsy. Some patients may be obese.
Ovulation may be induced by the agent clomiphene citrate; however, PCOD while being a common cause of menstrual irregularity, may have other associated health risks that need to be taken into account.