Despite brave women like Harnaam Kaur sharing their experiences of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the condition is still misunderstood by many people. One of the symptoms, for instance, can be excessive hair growth on the face, which is something that Kaur, also known as the 'Bearded Lady' is all too familiar with. She has previously spoken about how she was bullied as a child, to the point where she began to self harm and, at one point, considered suicide. According to PCOS charity Verity, the condition is incredibly common and affects around one in five women in the UK. So to raise awareness and help break down stigma once and for all, here's what you need to know about PCOS:...
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