From Irregular Cycles to Unexplained Weight Gain—Could It Be PCOS?

Sleep Apnea

Waking up exhausted despite a full night’s sleep? Sleep apnea—where breathing repeatedly stops and starts—affects many women with PCOS. It’s more than just snoring; poor sleep quality can lead to weight gain, high blood pressure, and heart disease. If you wake up gasping for air, feel excessively drowsy, or a partner notices breathing pauses, it’s worth investigating.