Question 1

what is the best fertility drug for polycystic ovarian syndrome? note: i have been taking metformim 500mg x3 daily, without success. thank you.

Accepted Answer

Clomid (clomiphene): Clomid (clomiphene) if the best initial medical therapy for women with pcos trying to conceive. See your doctor for evaluation and to check if you are a candidate for Clomid (clomiphene) therapy. Good luck.

Question 2

can polycystic ovarian syndrome cause?

Accepted Answer

Insulin resistance: May cause over-secretion of insulin, called Insulin resistance; may cause vascular, early cardiac signs, and hyperandronization (hirsutism, acne and hair ,loss), thereby also causing increased appetite for carbohydrates and obesity.

Question 3

characteristics of polycystic ovarian syndrome ?

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In general: In general, characteristics include irregular or absent menstruation, unwanted male hormone excess like acne or hair growth, weight gain, and little cysts on the ovaries seen on ultrasound scan.  I hope this helps!

Question 4

how to know if i have polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: Women with pcos often have irregular periods. There are also some hormonal imbalances, that would require a blood test. Most women with pcos live relatively normal lives, if you are concerned about a specific symptom or are trying to get pregnant you should see a doctor at that point.

Question 5

how long can polycystic ovarian syndrome last for?

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Long Time: Pcos is not a transient diagnosis. It can last for as longs you are in childbearing years. There are medications and lifestyle changes that may help your symptoms.

Question 6

can polycystic ovarian syndrome be treated completely?

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Cured? No: Can it be cured permanently, so the body functions exactly as normal without medicines? No. Can most abnormalities and symptoms be worked with for a satisfactory heathy quality of life? Yes, mostly.

Question 7

what can you tell me about polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Accepted Answer

PCOS: Pcos is a disorder that is characterized by a combination of symptoms.  These can include missed periods, abnormal hair growth (hirsutism), anovulation,  and abnormal lab values like elevated testosterone.   Patients usually are overweight.   People with pcos are at higher risk of developing diabetes, as well as having trouble with fertility and having an increased risk of uterine cancer.

Question 8

what is polycystic ovarian syndrome? how do women get it?

Accepted Answer

Hyperinsulinemia!: It is a major feature of metabolic syndrome in women, due to Insulin resistance.  It is associated with an apple build (short torso-weight on middle). One treatment uses metformin as therapy, a drug that improves Insulin sensitivity.  Lose weight. Go on a low carb diet! can cause infertility!

Question 9

i think i have polycystic ovarian syndrome so who do i see?

Accepted Answer

Primary care: I always recommend seeing your primary care first  to validate your concerns.  If he/she truly feel that there is a problem, he/she can treat you or send you to the appropriate specialist.S: obgyn, women's health, endocrinologists...

Question 10

for what length of time can polycystic ovarian syndrome last?

Accepted Answer

Lifetime: If you have the syndrome it does not go away. Symptoms and complaints can usually be improved with a  doctor's help.

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