Gastrointestinal problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or chronic constipation, are more prevalent in women with PCOS. These conditions can impair nutrient absorption, including ...

A 2020 study proved this, showing that the majority of patients with PCOS have constipation-dominant IBS, with “the cause of this variant [being] due to the high levels of hormones in PCOS that ...

in comparison to those without PCOS. The exact reasons for this are not clear, however, we know that both gut dysbiosis and IBS can result in symptoms such as bloating, diarrhoea, constipation ...