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I have pcos and i am 17 years old, i get my period once a year, should i be worried about being infertile?

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

PCOS: Yes. It is true that those who suffer from pcos often have difficulty becoming pregnant. There is treatment for pcos that would be helpful to you. You should ask your doctor about treatment to help you fight off the effects of pcos.

Dr Gains agreed

Answered 2/17/2014

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A member asked:

I have pcos and i am 17 years old, i get my period once a year, should i be worried about being infertile?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Gains agreed

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I have pcos. FSH and LH, PROLACTIN are normal.my uterus size is normal a year ago. but now it shows small size in scan, why? it shows 30mm27mm37mm now. can i conceive? i am worried. i get periods only if i take medication