Polycistic ovary syndrome?!
Question: Polycistic ovary syndrome.?
i have recently been diagnosed with this. please tell me how they treat it, as i am scared wondering whether it's an operation or untreatable, and the literature that they gave me i lost.Health Question & Answer
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I would seriously read this whole page. It may help you a great deal. Especially since it varies so much from woman to woman. Health Question & Answer
I have some symptoms surrounding PCOS, but doctors won't confirm I have it as yet, though I think it is quite probable. I've done alot of my research on the internet and from what I've learnt it's treatable, but not curable. The only type of operation that would occur is if they wanted to remove any cysts from your ovaries, which would be an out patient operation and nothing overly serious or complicated. Chances are, if they did remove any cysts, because of the condition, they will probably grow back, but that all depends on individual cases. Side effects include infertility, irregular periods, cysts on ovaries, a tendency to be overweight and struggle to lose weight and excess hair, particularly facial. I think the statistic is 1 in 10 that have been diagnosed with this condition, so it is very common. If fertility is your main concern, which it is with me, they can help you conceive with the aid of tablets etc, as for all the other symptoms I guess you have to learn to live with it unfortunately. Like I said research it on the web and I wish you tonnes of luck xHealth Question & Answer
I have PCOS too - it's not something that can be cured, we have this for life!
The symptoms can be kept under control by watching what you eat - eating a Low GL diet really helps as PCOS'ers have trouble with our blood sugar levels (which is why we gain weight stupid fast). Low GL foods keep our blood sugar level constant. Regular exercise helps too.
Some doctors prescribe Metformin. This is a diabetic medication as it's beneficial for keeping blood sugars even, but Doc's found it helps us too. You'll get started out on a low dose as some people experience upset stomachs, dashing to the bathroom, etc. After a fortnight, you'll get your dosage increased. In time, the upset stomach will stop as your body has got used to it. It's not a quick fix, it really does take time for the Met to 'kick in' so don't expect miracles.
Everyone however is different, some women have PCOS, take Met for a month then they fall pregnant. For others, they can be on Met for ages before their cycle returns to normal.
Each year you'll have a blood test - this is to check your Lutenizing Hormone and Follicle Stimulating Hormone. I can't recall which way they are meant to be, but in regular women, one is high and the other is low - but with us PC'ers, they are swapped around.
The symptoms of PCOS are :-
Facial Hair.
Loss of hair - especially at the temples.
Greasy lank or frizzy/flyaway hair.
Greasy skin.
Gain weight easily.
Incredibly hard to lose weight.
Loss of libido (which is hardly surprising considering the above!!).
Over emotional - I get weepy at those Animal Cruelty charity ads.
And of course, cysts on the ovaries.
Obviously, not everyone gets all these symptoms, some women only get one or two.
There are several good PCOS websites around, one that I've visited many times is www.soulcysters.com - a good Q & A forum and loads of advice on medication, diet etc.
Good luck and all the very best.Health Question & Answer
The symptoms can be kept under control by watching what you eat - eating a Low GL diet really helps as PCOS'ers have trouble with our blood sugar levels (which is why we gain weight stupid fast). Low GL foods keep our blood sugar level constant. Regular exercise helps too.
Some doctors prescribe Metformin. This is a diabetic medication as it's beneficial for keeping blood sugars even, but Doc's found it helps us too. You'll get started out on a low dose as some people experience upset stomachs, dashing to the bathroom, etc. After a fortnight, you'll get your dosage increased. In time, the upset stomach will stop as your body has got used to it. It's not a quick fix, it really does take time for the Met to 'kick in' so don't expect miracles.
Everyone however is different, some women have PCOS, take Met for a month then they fall pregnant. For others, they can be on Met for ages before their cycle returns to normal.
Each year you'll have a blood test - this is to check your Lutenizing Hormone and Follicle Stimulating Hormone. I can't recall which way they are meant to be, but in regular women, one is high and the other is low - but with us PC'ers, they are swapped around.
The symptoms of PCOS are :-
Facial Hair.
Loss of hair - especially at the temples.
Greasy lank or frizzy/flyaway hair.
Greasy skin.
Gain weight easily.
Incredibly hard to lose weight.
Loss of libido (which is hardly surprising considering the above!!).
Over emotional - I get weepy at those Animal Cruelty charity ads.
And of course, cysts on the ovaries.
Obviously, not everyone gets all these symptoms, some women only get one or two.
There are several good PCOS websites around, one that I've visited many times is www.soulcysters.com - a good Q & A forum and loads of advice on medication, diet etc.
Good luck and all the very best.Health Question & Answer
Here is a easy to understand summary:
http://www.drmirkin.com/women/8124.htm
There are many medical journal references if you want to print it and take it to your doctor.
I uploaded a 5 minute mp3 from the radio show he had for 25 years explaining PCOS:
http://www.divshare.com/download/5554491...Health Question & Answer
http://www.drmirkin.com/women/8124.htm
There are many medical journal references if you want to print it and take it to your doctor.
I uploaded a 5 minute mp3 from the radio show he had for 25 years explaining PCOS:
http://www.divshare.com/download/5554491...Health Question & Answer