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Polycystic ovary syndrome — PARA MCQ

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ModerateO&G - GynaecologyPolycystic ovary syndromePARA

A 24-year-old woman has irregular periods, acne and hirsutism. BMI is 31 kg/m2. Pregnancy test is negative and testosterone is mildly raised. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: E — Polycystic ovary syndrome

Oligomenorrhoea with clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism supports PCOS after pregnancy and other causes are excluded.

Reference: NICE CKS: Polycystic ovary syndrome