Question 1

what exactly is pcos and how is it diagnosed? what is used to help? how do you distinguish between perimenopause and pcos?

Accepted Answer

Ovarian Pathology: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (pcos). It is diagnosed with an ultrasound or ct scan. Weight loss is considered to be the most conservative method of treatment. It may cause infertility.

Question 2

i am 49, have normal periods, and on 4th day of period my fsh hormone was 14 mui/ml. while my lh hormone was 16,5 mui/ml. is that perimenopause or is it possible that i have pcos? is it possible to get pcos after 40, i didn't have it before?

Accepted Answer

: Your pituitary hormonal levels are not compatible with PCOS, more like pre-menopausal status although your period is still regular. If estradiol level is low or low normal, pre-menopausal state will be confirmed.
Very soon I predict the period interval will be longer, no longer 28-30 days.

Question 3

i was diagnosed with pcos at 18. i'm now 46 and experiencing really bad perimenopausal symptoms such as mood swings and anxiety, acid reflux, crushing?

Accepted Answer

Different issues: PCOS and other symptoms may be unrelated. How much over ideal weight are you? Any meds or hormones? See if your Drs have some answers.

Question 4

what can i expect from perimenopause?

Accepted Answer

Perimenopause: An excellent question although probably/hopefully a bit early.

There are many articles on this topic on the Internet. Take your time reading them

You might also see if your gynecologist has a particular article you might want to read first.

Question 5

is neasua a sign of perimenopause?

Accepted Answer

Not generally: Perimenopause can be associated with  hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, mood changes, and insomnia.  If you are having persistent nausea you should be evaluated.

Question 6

can pcos be cured?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

how is pcos tested?

Accepted Answer

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 8

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 9

can pcos be reversed?

Accepted Answer

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 10

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!

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I am 49, have normal periods, and on 4th day of period my fsh hormone was 14 mui/ml. while my lh hormone was 16,5 mui/ml. is that perimenopause or is it possible that i have pcos? is it possible to get pcos after 40, i didn't have it before?

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