EP.116 - Dr. Anne Hussain - "PCOS Comes In All Shapes And Sizes"

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Welcome back Dr. Anne Hussain, Naturopathic doctor, period literacy advocate, and author of The Period Literacy Handbook. Dr. Anne  shares both her personal and professional experience with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), breaking down why it’s a full-body condition that affects more than just periods.

We explore how PCOS presents differently in every body, why misdiagnosis is so common, and the systemic gaps that impact women of color. Dr. Anne shares powerful insights, reminding us that needing medication is not a failure. We also discuss the role of Vitamin D, tracking cycles, and the importance of knowing your history when managing symptoms.

This episode isn’t just for those with PCOS—it’s for partners, friends, and families who want to support their loved ones. Because, as Dr. Anne puts it, “The only way is through.”

Tune in for an honest conversation about advocacy, healing, and why victim blaming helps nobody.

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