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Hi i m having pcos & ovaries cysts , can i take metaformin for the treatment & can get pregnant?

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ask your doctor: Metformin is commonly used to treat pcos and the infertility that can result, but only your doctor can decide if metformin is right for you. Good luck.

Answered 1/27/2014

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