? PCOS ?: If may be present in up to 30% of women. It is an Insulin resistant state that is characterized by weight gain, irregular or absent periods, hair growth, infertility and predisposition to diabetes. Diet, exercise and weight loss will help, as will metformin which can reduce Insulin resistance and regularize menses and even fertility. Education and other medication may be needed for high glucose.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Consider medication: Women with polycystic ovarian disease usually do not have regular periods. Medication is usually needed, such as birth control pills, to manage your periods.
Answered 4/15/2013
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Progesterone withdrawal: Part of the diagnosis of pcos is that one does not ovulate. When ovulation doesn't occur the menstrual cycles will be delayed and irregular. A synthetic or natural Progesterone should be given to keep the uterine lining healthy. This should be given approximately every 1 to 2 months.
Answered 6/30/2014
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See specialist: Pcos usually means not ovulating (part of pcos). The choice of medication depends on what your goal. If control of menses then bcp or progesterone. If ovulation then clomid, (clomiphene) Letrozole or metformin. Control of bleeding important over the yrs to prevent endometrial cancer. I hope this helps. Best wishes.
Answered 11/28/2017
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