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Female Reproductive Health in the setting of Morbid Obesity

Female Reproductive Health Improvement: SOARD 2005 Mar;1(2):77-80.
  Gastric Bypass
% of Patients
Gastric Banding
% of Patients

Menstrual Dysfunction Due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Resolved

up to 100% No data available

Excess Hair Due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Resolved

up to 79% No data available
Restores ovulation and fertility Yes but small sample size No data available


Women living with morbid obesity may experience certain reproductive health issues, such as: Menstrual dysfunction due to polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), Excess hair (also known as hirsutism) due to PCOS and Infertility

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