Inflammatory PCOS occurs when chronic inflammation disrupts your hormonal balance, leading to PCOS symptoms. Inflammation can cause your body to produce excess androgens (male hormones), which interfere with ovulation, worsen insulin sensitivity, and exacerbate other PCOS symptoms. This type of PCOS is often triggered or worsened by stress, environmental toxins, food sensitivities, and lifestyle factors.

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