India, May 16 -- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal challenge that affects many young girls and women. It is commonly associated with missed periods, frequent breakouts, excessive hair growth, fertility issues and more. But beneath these common concerns, PCOS goes far beyond hormones and can affect your heart. Did you know it has a link with hypertension?

On World Hypertension Day, observed on May 17, let's understand how PCOS may be silently increasing your risk of high blood pressure.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Deepika Aggarwal, Director, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram, delved deeper into this connection, explaining how PCOS may increase the risk of hypertension. ...