With nearly 70% of PCOS cases undiagnosed, Orchid Fertility Dubai urges women to seek early testing and explore fertility options.
DUBAI: As PCOS Awareness Month unfolds this September, Orchid Fertility Dubai has issued a strong public advisory urging women to seek early support for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a condition that affects up to 15% of women globally but often goes undiagnosed.
The clinic, located in Dubai Healthcare City, has highlighted that an estimated 7 in 10 PCOS cases remain undetected due to vague symptoms such as irregular periods, acne, weight gain, hair thinning or excessive hair growth. These signs are often dismissed until the condition impacts fertility or leads to serious long-term health risks including diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver, and some types of cancer.
Dr. Partha Sarathi Das, Deputy Director and Consultant in Reproductive Endocrinology at Orchid Fertility, noted, “Too many women dismiss the signs or delay seeking help until it’s too late. PCOS doesn’t just affect fertility — it can affect a woman’s entire life. The earlier we diagnose, the more options we can give her to protect her health and her ability to have children.”
PCOS is one of the most common causes of infertility, affecting around 30% of women who struggle to conceive. Though there is no permanent cure, early lifestyle changes, hormone regulation, and timely fertility intervention can greatly improve outcomes. Treatments like ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination (IUI), and IVF offer hope depending on the condition’s severity.
One Dubai-based patient shared her journey of overcoming PCOS in her 40s with the help of Orchid Fertility. After years of failed attempts, she opted for IVF, successfully conceived, and also froze embryos from her younger eggs. Now 44, she plans to use her preserved embryos for a second pregnancy — a powerful testament to how proactive fertility care can change lives.
Dr. Das emphasised that advanced treatments aren’t just medical solutions — they represent hope, choice, and long-term family planning. “Doctors need to talk more openly about appropriate fertility options for women with PCOS. It’s not just a treatment — it’s about saving women from years of emotional exhaustion,” he said.
With PCOS impacting nearly 1 in 5 women and many unaware of its wider health implications, Orchid Fertility Dubai calls for greater awareness, early testing, and personalised care to support women’s reproductive and overall wellbeing.
