Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a hormonal disorder amongst women that commonly affects their ovaries, ovulation, and fertility. During their reproductive years (15 - 44 years old), PCOS may develop and may start along with the first menstrual cycle. Excess insulin is one cause of this condition. When a female’s body is resistant to insulin, the pancreas will create more of it which, in effect, forces the ovaries to produce more androgen (male hormones). Androgens are the ones who derange the menstrual cycle and impede the ability to ovulate. 

Menopause is the finale of a series of menstrual cycles of women aged 40 to 50 and above. It is diagnosed after one year of no menstrual periods which is a red light on any conception in the future. It is a part of every woman’s biological cycle and has no underlying causes. However, symptoms during the menopausal stage may make women uncomfortable and still affect their overall well-being.