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Did a ultrasound and they said i have pcos then my doctor said no becuz i don't have diabetes but my periods are irregular and i can't concieve.

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Don't need diabetes: Diabetes isn't a criteria to diagnose pcos. However, dm can be associated with pcos. Lots of reasons women have irregular periods and difficulty conceiving. Pcos is most common reason but not the only.

Answered 6/11/2017

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Dr. Khurram Rehman answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Could well be PCOS: To diagnose pcos, we need 2 out of 3 of: 1. Irregular periods 2. Clinical signs like acne, hair growth and/or blood tests showing too much male-type hormones (androgens) 3. Ultrasound appearance of polycystic ovaries: high volumes or antral follicle counts. Also need to "rule out" other causes of irregular cycles: thyroid, prolactin, adrenal gland issues. See a fertility specialist (rei) for help.

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