Track your menstrual cycle for irregular, missed, or very long periods
Note symptoms such as excess facial/body hair, acne, scalp hair thinning, or weight gain
See a gynecologist, endocrinologist, or primary care doctor for evaluation
Get a pregnancy test if periods are missed
Have blood tests for hormone levels, blood sugar, and cholesterol
Get an ultrasound to look for polycystic ovaries
Review your medical history and family history with your doctor
Rule out other causes of similar symptoms, such as thyroid problems or high prolactin
Ask your doctor if you meet the diagnostic criteria for PCOS
Follow up for ongoing monitoring if PCOS is diagnosed