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Dx: pcos. multiple bilateral ovarian cysts 30yr old nulligravida on depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) for 5+yrs. how will cysts impact trying to conceive?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ovulation: The issue with PCOS is that some women will not ovulate. The ovarian cysts are not the direct cause. They are a symptom of the hormonal imbalance present in PCOS patients.

Answered 7/19/2018

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