New Delhi, May 18 -- Heatwaves are occurring every year and lasting longer. This is a problem because they do not just make everyone uncomfortable. They are especially bad for women with PCOS, which is now often called PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome). New research published in Frontiers in Endocrinology shows that extreme heat can make some PMOS symptoms worse. So it is important to take steps to protect yourself when it is hot outside.

The impact of heat on hormonal balance

When it gets hot, the body's main stress hormone, cortisol, goes up. Women with PMOS already get stressed easily. This extra stress can worsen their hormonal imbalance. "It can cause their periods to be irregular, their acne to get worse, and their h...