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Would you recommend royal jelly and spironolactone for pcos?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Spironolactone: Spironolactone may help some if you suffer from unwanted hair growth. Honey bee larvae secretions (royal jelly) are not likely to be beneficial for PCOS.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 10/18/2014

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