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What supplements should you take to help with pcos symptoms (hirsutism)?

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NONE: See GYN or endocrinologist or dermatologist or combination. Do-it-yourself will get you nowhere. Be aware of increased risk of diabetes. Get plenty of exercise, do not smoke, limit alcohol, plan low calorie- high fiber meals. Metformin and spironolactone are 2 of several useful meds

Answered 11/29/2014

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