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I have pcos with secondary amenorrhea. if i don't want kids,is there any reason i should treat pcos? i like not getting my period as it's very painful

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Endometrial lining: Your Obgyn can evaluate you to confirm that PCOS is the cause. They can discuss periodically administration of Progesterone to prevent overgrowth of the endometrial lining as one option for you.

Answered 3/22/2020

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