Why your period is missing for 2 months (PCOS, meaning, symptoms and prevention)

In recent times on social media platforms like Twitter, there have been ongoing discussions about PCOS, PCOS management and what it is. 

If you have heard about this term and wondered what it is and its effect on women, you should read this post

Why am I gaining weight without eating?

Why is my period always doing hide and seek?

Why is my chin growing a full-blown beard?

Why do I cry over ice cream and then yell over toothpaste?

If you’ve ever asked these questions, congrats sis…

Your hormones are probably misbehaving  and PCOS might be behind it.

Let Me Tell You a True-Life Story

Once upon a time, in the mighty city of Port Harcourt, there was a lady named Ada. 

Ada was your typical 25-year-old, smart, beautiful, funny, and in love with shawarma.

But one day, Ada noticed her body was acting somehow:

Her period vanished for 3 months (and she wasn't pregnant).

Her skin turned into a teenage war zone.

Her jeans suddenly stopped fitting, even though she hadn’t changed her diet.

She was growing more facial hair than her boyfriend.

And worst of all, her mood was wilder than Big Brother eviction night.

Ada Googled her symptoms and screamed:

POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME?!

“What is that?! And why does it sound like a biology exam?”

What is PCOS, Really?

PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

It’s a condition where your hormones decide to freestyle instead of doing their normal job.

Your ovaries make more male hormones than normal (yes, even women have male hormones). This hormonal imbalance leads to:

✅ Irregular or missing periods

✅ Weight gain (especially around the belly)

✅ Acne and oily skin

✅ Facial/body hair where you don’t want it

✅ Hair loss from your scalp (as if your edges are running away)

✅ Fertility struggles

Basically, PCOS turns your body into a hormonal reality show. 

Drama everywhere.

Picture of someone with PCOS 

Facts about PCOS

It’s More Common Than You Think

📌 1 in 10 women have PCOS. 

That’s a LOT.

Yet many women walk around undiagnosed, thinking it’s just “too much sugar” or “work stress.”

In Africa, we love to downplay health issues:

“Just drink warm water and ginger.”

“Your body is resetting.”

“You’re just overthinking it.”

No, mama. 

Your hormones are misfiring like NEPA light. 

It’s not normal, and it’s not your fault.

Symptoms of PCOS (‘The Red Flags’)

Here’s what to watch out for:

📌 Irregular periods (or none at all)

📌 Gaining weight fast (especially around the belly)

📌 Struggling to lose weight no matter what you do

📌 Acne that won’t leave even in adulthood

📌 Hair on your face, chest, or back

📌 Hair thinning on your head

📌 Difficulty getting pregnant

📌 Mood swings that make you question your own life

If this sounds like you, don’t panic. 

Just see a doctor , preferably a gynecologist or endocrinologist.

Can PCOS Be Cured?

Short answer? No.

Long answer? PCOS has no permanent cure… but it can be managed like a boss.

And managing PCOS doesn’t mean becoming a gym rat or eating like a rabbit. 

You just need to understand your body and make smarter choices.

Let’s break it down.

How to Manage PCOS Without Losing Your Mind

✅ Fix Your Food Game (Sorry Bread Lovers )

Reduce sugar and white carbs (they spike insulin and worsen PCOS)

✅ Eat more fiber-rich foods: veggies, fruits, oats, brown rice

Include healthy fats: avocado, nuts, olive oil

✅ Add cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, they help reduce inflammation

✅ Stay hydrated! Drink water like your life depends on it (because it kinda does)

Pro tip: The goal is balanced blood sugar, not starving yourself.

✅ Move Your Body (No, You Don’t Have to Join the Gym Immediately)

Dance in your room, walk your street, do YouTube workouts

30 minutes a day can do wonders

Add strength training (squats, lunges, lifting your gallon of water )

Exercise helps reduce insulin resistance and balance hormones.

✅ Sleep Like a Princess, Not a Zombie

Your hormones need sleep to stay balanced.

No more sleeping at 3.A.M while bingeing Nollywood series.

Aim for 7–8 hours of quality sleep every night.

✅ De-Stress (Because Your Hormones Hate Wahala)

 Stress makes PCOS symptoms worse.

And we all know life is stressful enough , bills, traffic, social media drama, etc.

✓ So try to find peace:

✓ Journal your feelings

✓ Pray or meditate

✓ Watch comedy

✓ Say NO to toxic people

Take deep breaths (before replying that annoying WhatsApp group)

✅ Try Natural PCOS Helpers (But Don’t Skip Your Doctor!)

✓ Spearmint tea: reduces facial hair

✓ Inositol supplements: balances insulin and periods

✓ Cinnamon: helps regulate blood sugar

✓ Zinc & magnesium: supports hormones

Always talk to your doctor before trying any supplement. Not everything on Instagram is your friend.

What You Shouldn’t Do

❌ Don’t self-diagnose or panic-Google everything

❌ Don’t take random herbal mixtures from strangers

❌ Don’t compare your body with others

❌ Don’t keep quiet , speak up, ask questions, learn

Dear PCOS Warrior, Read This

Your body may feel confusing right now.

You might feel tired, angry, or even ashamed.

But let me remind you:

PCOS doesn’t define your beauty

It doesn’t cancel your chances of getting pregnant

And it surely doesn’t reduce your worth

You are strong, powerful, and still a full woman.

PCOS Doesn’t Win, you do.

PCOS may be part of your life, but it doesn’t get to control your life.

Manage it. 

Talk about it. 

Educate your sisters. 

Laugh when you can. 

Cry when you must. 

And remember , you’re not alone.

We’re in this together, Beard and all 😅

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