Episode September 8, 2025 1 hr 34 min

Episode #364: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

From Barbell Medicine Podcast Barbell Medicine

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Lorraine Baraki discuss Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), a common endocrine disorder affecting women's health. They explore the complexities of PCOS, including its diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of individualized care.

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Timestamps:

1:41 What is PCOS?

4:24 Ovulatory dysfunction in PCOS

6:20 Hyperandrogenism in PCOS

8:50 Polycystic ovarian morphology

13:00 Presentation of PCOS

15:40 Epidemiology of PCOS

18:45 Diagnosing PCOS

23:40 Workup of PCOS

29:00 Pathophysiology of PCOS

35:30 Risk factors for PCOS

41:15 Weight loss in PCOS

46:30 Exercise for PCOS

55:40 PCOS in sport

1:03:00 Nutrition for PCOS

1:11:00 Medical and surgical treatment for PCOS

1:27:00 Fertility and PCOS

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