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

Hair Thinning or Loss

Noticing more hair in the shower drain or on your pillow? Unlike typical shedding, PCOS-related hair loss tends to be more persistent, affecting the crown and widening your part over time. This type of thinning mimics male-pattern baldness and can be tough to reverse without intervention. If your hair is becoming noticeably finer or fragile, your hormones might be at play.