Trial Information

Summary: Do you have PCOS? Do you have a sister or daughter who is 8-12 years old?

We invite girls who can be described as follows to be in a research study:

• 8-12 year old girl
• Sister or daughter of a woman with polycystic ovary syndrome
• Has not started having periods
• Generally healthy

Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine is conducting a research study looking into the early markers for PCOS. Polycystic ovary syndrome is a cause of irregular periods and high male hormone levels. Extra male hormones in women can cause acne and extra facial and body hair.

Girls who participate in the study will receive the following:

• Free diabetes screening
• Free cholesterol check
• Consultation with a board-certified dietician
• Reimbursement for transportation expenses
• Compensation for time and effort

This study is funded by the National Institutes of Health and is being conducted at Children’s Memorial Hospital under the direction of Dr. Wendy Brickman.

For more information,

If you would like to learn more about participating in this study, please send an e-mail message using the form below.