PCOS

This is an interactive, dynamic book which makes PCOS easily understandable. It uses, tables and illustrations to explain every aspect of PCOS. It provides answers to the questions patients ask about their menstrual periods, excess hair, weight gain, insulin resistance, fertility, and many other health issues related to PCOS. It guides them to organize their medical history and laboratory tests, and understand the reasons for the physical changes in their bodies. It also provides a road map for setting short-term and long-term goals in order to gain control of their lives. It teaches, encourages and empowers. Reading this book is like having an expert consultant on the bookshelf.

This is an interactive, dynamic book which makes PCOS easily understandable.  It uses, tables and illustrations to explain every aspect of PCOS.  It provides answers to the questions patients ask about their menstrual periods, excess hair, weight gain, insulin resistance, fertility, and many other health issues related to PCOS.  It guides them to organize their medical history and laboratory tests, and understand the reasons for the physical changes in their bodies.  It also provides a road map for setting short-term and long-term goals in order to gain control of their lives. It teaches, encourages and empowers. Reading this book is like having an expert consultant on the bookshelf.

Dr. Karakas established the PCOS program at the University of California, Davis and has treated thousands of women with PCOS. She is a board-certified endocrinologist and internist, and a professor at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. Dr. Karakas has trained internal medicine and family practice residents, and endocrine fellows. She has conducted several clinical studies focusing on the effects of different foods and supplements on obesity, insulin resistance, and hormones in PCOS. Her research has received national and international support, including from the National Institutes of Health. She has dedicated her career to improving the health and well-being of women with PCOS and received the "Outstanding Clinician" award from the Department of Medicine for her accomplishments. Dr. Karakas believes this book will empower readers to take better care of themselves and become healthier.