Does PCOS make blood clots or stroke more likely?

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Does PCOS make blood clots or stroke more likely?

PCOS itself doesn’t automatically mean clots, but it’s tangled up with things that **do** raise cardiovascular risk over time:- **Insulin resistance** and higher risk of type 2 diabetes- **Higher blood pressure and cholesterol** in many people- Often **higher BMI** or central weight gainThose factors, especially as you age, can increase your risk of stroke and heart disease.If you have PCOS and are on estrogen birth control for cycle control or acne, your provider should factor in:- Your blood pressure- Weight and metabolic labs (A1c, lipids)- Family history of clots or cardiovascular diseaseIn many cases, **progestin-only or IUD options** are great because they manage bleeding without layering extra clot risk. PCOS isn’t a sentence; it’s a signal to take your long-term heart and vessel health seriously early.