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Too Much Testosterone Ruining Your Fertility?

A high level of hormones called Androgens (DHEA, Androstendione and Testosterone) is the most common hormonal reason for infertility in women. Elevated levels of these hormones can occur in women with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), by taking birth control pills, or by eating a low fiber diet. Women can also develop high androgens with exposure to these hormones from nutritional supplements or contact with a loved one who is using prescription topical testosterone. Take the quiz and find out if you have high androgens… Do you have acne? Do you have facial hair or excess hair on your arms? Do you have greasy hair or oily skin? Hair loss or hair thinning on your head? Skin tags on your neck or upper torso? Are you easily irritated, easily over react to stress or quick to anger? Are your periods more than 35 days apart? Do you have pain mid-cycle or around ovulation? Depression or anxiety? Low blood sugar? Do you need to eat something every 2-3 hours to feel