Question 1

can pcos be cured?

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Not really: True pcos is not cured by any means, although symptoms sometimes improve (for some) with weight-loss or medication.

Question 2

how is pcos tested?

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A number: of examinations including (most simply) ECHO (Ultrasound) examination of the ovaries will usually reveal the multicystic structure. Additionally hormone studies ( androgen levels, FSH LH) and GLUCOSE tolerance are often measured!

Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 3

can pcos come and go?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms can change: Pcos may result from a genetic predisposition. Other factors can affect how much a woman is affected by pcos, for example gaining weight can increase symptoms or make your cycles more irregular, and losing weight can make you more regular. Many women have less problems with pcos as they get into their 40's and the ovaries become smaller with fewer eggs remaining.

Question 4

can pcos be reversed?

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Possible: The underlying defect that causes pcos will not go away but symptoms of pcos like irregular periods, acne, obesity, infertility, facial hair growth or hair loss can be improved or reversed with medical treatment and weight loss.

Question 5

how can pcos be treated?

Accepted Answer

Diet, Exercise, OCPs: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is caused by a hormonal imbalance that prevents follicles from growing normally and eggs from being released each month. People w/ PCOS miss periods because they don't ovulate, so there's no signal to shed the uterine lining. Hormone imbalances that lead to abnormal hair growth can be caused by obesity, so watch your diet and exercise. Control w/ birth control pills!

Question 6

can sah be linked to pcos?

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Subrachnoid hemorr?: If sah is subarachnoid hemorrhage it's not linked to pcos (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Subarachnoid hemorrhage can be associated with hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, where low hormone levels cause irregular menstrual periods or no periods (amenorrhea). If you had a hemorrhage and are trying to conceive, see a reproductive endocrinology and infertility (rei) specialist.

Question 7

what causes pcos to develop?

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No: Pcos is caused by increased insulin, Insulin resistance that is all part of the diabetes ii disease spectrum.  Insulin increases male hormone (androgen) production in the ovary that inhibits follicle or egg development.  Cycles are long, creating ovulation difficulty and fertility problems. This is a chronic disease with no cure, only maintenance control.  Low carb high fat diet is best treatment.

Question 8

i have pcos want to get cured?

Accepted Answer

PCO: Pco its an endocrinological condition that can be treated with multiple therapies. Decreasing weight, oral contraceptives, diabetic medications, etc etc can help regulate the hormonal imbalance. Make sure you have the correct diagnosis before labeling yourself with this condition. (patients with pco like ovaries, not necessarily have pcos).

Question 9

what are the symptoms of pcos?

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Irregular cycles ...: Most women with pcos have one or more of: irregular periods or no cycles, acne, oily skin, unwanted hair growth especially on the face or lower stomach, infertility or subfertility (difficulty getting pregnant). Some women with pcos have little or no symptoms - we look at symptoms, blood tests and an ultrasound of the ovaries to make the diagnosis. Not all women with pcos have fertility issues.

Question 10

can pcos be succesfully treated?

Accepted Answer

PCOS: Pcos may be present in up to 30% of women. It is an Insulin resistant state that is characterized by weight gain, irregular or absent periods, hair growth, infertility and predisposition to diabetes. Check w/your gyn. 
Diet, exercise and weight loss will help, as will metformin which can reduce Insulin resistance and regularize menses and even fertility.

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