A fairly common endocrine disorder that involves the adrenal glands, pancreas, and ovaries and may cause excess hair growth, acne, or obesity (or infrequent or absent menstruation in younger women). Many women have PCOS and are not even aware they have it. As a result, the underlying causes and long-term complications of having PCOS often go undiagnosed and untreated. If you suspect you have — or have already been diagnosed with — PCOS and want a second opinion on a course of treatment for its underlying causes, request an appointment by clicking here.