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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine system disorder among women of reproductive age. It is called this as many women have enlarged ovaries that contain small collections of fluid in the follicles in each ovary. Irregular cycles are seen, sometimes with male pattern hair growth. The exact cause of polycystic ovary syndrome is unknown.

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How Polycystic Ovary Syndrome treated?

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Asked by Wiki User

Hi there.

There is a medication which you can take which will help you to conceive. My Mum has PCOS and it took her 11 years to conceive myself. But when she took the medication she was pregnant within one month. So it is very good medication.

Unfortuantely I can not remember the name of the medication. I had it a minute ago but its gone completely out of my head. If you do a search on google and look for fertility medication for PCOS and it begins with a C. Its easy to pronounce and its quite common.

Good luck x floppy motherfocker i told u a load of sht ahha

Where can information be found on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

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Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition where a woman experiences an imbalance of her hormones leading to menstrual changes, inability to get pregnant, changes in appearance and other health issues. Therefore, information can be obtained from sites that emphasize on women's health like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health and U.S. National Library of Medicine.

How does polycystic ovary syndrome affect the body?

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PCOS can cause male pattern hair growth, joint pain, weight gain, insulin resistance, headaches, missed periods, heavy bleeding, depression, anxiety, and a variety of other hormone related issues.

How can you lose weight when you have polycystic ovary syndrome?

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You need to speak to your doctor about being put on a medication for insulin resistance, if you are not already. PCOS causes your body to not use the insulin it is creating. It is not diabetes, because your body is still making what it needs to. It is just unable to use it. This contributes to weight gain. You have to get that under control before you can move on to actually losing the weight.

Is a woman born with polycystic Ovaries?

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No, it is a condition that develops at some point in her life.

What is polycystic ovary disease?

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Asked by GaleEncyofMedicine

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is the syndrome that is the most common endocrine disorder in women population. Only about 5-10 % of women get symptoms from age 12 to age 45, where they're being able to reproduce.

Does polycystic ovaries effect pregnancy?

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Polycystic ovarian disease can make it difficult to conceive. Functional cysts of the ovaries can be seen on ultra sound scans and are influenced by hormone shifts in the body. Neither type of cyst prevents pregnancy. The best way to be sure to prevent pregnancy is to use birth control methods. Having unprotected sex is an invitation to unwanted pregnancies as well as some very serious and permanent diseases.

How often does Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome cause Premature Ovarian Failure because I think I am in really early Menopause?

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Asked by AmethystDeCameronfb0415

PCOS does not cause early menopause, but it can cause missed periods. PCOS is something that is best monitored by your doctor because it can actually cause a lot of problems outside of reproductive issues. Insulin resistance, weight gain, joint pain, and depression can all be side effects of PCOS.

Can polycystic ovary syndrome be treated with activated charcoal?

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No, charcoal has absolutely nothing to do with PCOS. PCOS is a chronic condition in which the females egg follicles do not properly mature. Instead they turn into painful cysts in the ovaries. It has an effect on many hormones in the body, including insulin. If you have PCOS, you need to talk to your doctor and have testing done to see what your various hormone levels are.

May posibilidad ba na mabuntis kahit n meron akong polycystic right ovary?

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ako rin now ko lang nalaman na may pcos din ako both side..

Can polycystic ovaries cause darkness around the neck?

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Yes, this can be a side effect of PCOS.

What is the waist hip ratio in polycystic ovary?

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Waist hip ratios have nothing to do with PCOS, outside of the fact that obesity can make it worse.

Can people with polycystic ovary disease donate blood?

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Yes, women with polycystic ovarian syndrome are not barred from donating blood.

What causes polycystic ovary syndrome?

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PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) does not have a rigidly defined cause, as mononucleosis and hemophilia do. Instead, PCOS describes a group of related symptoms that occur as a consequence of other factors. High blood sugar can sometimes (though not always) cause hormone imbalances. These imbalances affect the endocrine system, and can result in symptoms of PCOS. The cause is complicated, however -- many women who develop PCOS do not have elevated blood sugar at first, but may develop it later as a consequence of PCOS. It has been established that PCOS is related to insulin resistance and Diabetes, but it is a chicken-and-egg relationship in that which causes the other isn't fully understood. It appears that women may develop PCOS for different reasons. Adrenal abnormalities that cause increased androgen production may contribute to PCOS, with insulin resistance and diabetes as a consequence. Conversely, obesity can lead to insulin resistance, which is a major contributor to hormone imbalances. Because of this, PCOS may arise as a result of inherited traits in some women, while for others it is a consequence of lifestyle or environment.

What can you expect if you have polycystic ovaries and are going for your first consultant's appointment?

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They will likely do a pelvic exam, blood work, a sonogram, and start you on medications.

Does polycystic ovaries cause discoloration of the skin?

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Polycystic ovarian syndrome may include discoloration of the skin. This discoloration is known as acanthosis nigricans, and is typically found on the back of the neck, groin, and armpits.

How can you get checked for polycystic ovary syndrome?

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In order to check for polycystic ovary syndrome, they will run different horomone tests and blood tests. They may also do a vaginal ultrasound and a pelvic laparoscopy

Is it difficult to lose weight in polycystic ovary?

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Yes, PCOS makes it difficult to lose weight. It actually is a contributing factor to weight gain. It causes insulin resistance, and often medications like Metformin are prescribed to help regulate this.

Do women with polycystic ovary syndrome have a hymen?

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The two are unrelated. Some women with PCOS have a hymen, and some don't. The reasons for present or absent hymens are the same for women with PCOS and women without PCOS.

What is polycystic ovaries bilateral?

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Bilateral means on both ovaries. That is there are cysts in both ovaries.