PCOS
PCOS affects approximately 1 in 10 women, yet it often takes an average of 2 years and 3 or more medical provider visits to receive a diagnosis
Symptoms of PCOS
Missed, irregular, or very light periods
Weight gain, particularly around the abdomen
Enlarged ovaries with multiple cysts
Acne or oily skin
Excess body hair, such as on the chin, chest, stomach, and back (hirsutism)
Male-pattern baldness or hair thinning
Skin darkening
Infertility
Treatment
PCOS is a common factor behind infertility in women, but it's crucial to know that having PCOS doesn't eliminate your chances of pregnancy. In many cases, PCOS can be effectively managed through a combination of hormonal and lifestyle adjustments.
Our clinic offers various treatment options, including:
Weight Loss: We can support you in achieving a weight loss of 5% to 15% or more of your body weight. This can alleviate symptoms, regularize your menstrual cycles, and help manage blood sugar levels and ovulation.
Lifestyle Changes: A customized treatment plan involving lifestyle adjustments, including targeted physical activity, can significantly improve your condition.
Hormonal Replacement Therapy: Hormonal therapy or birth control methods can be employed to restore regular periods.
Management of Unwanted Hair Growth: If birth control fails to control unwanted hair growth after six months, we may prescribe Spironolactone. This medication lowers androgen levels but should be avoided during pregnancy due to potential congenital disabilities.
Fertility Medications: We also offer fertility medications like Clomiphene and letrozole (Femara) to stimulate ovulation, hormone injections (gonadotropins), and Metformin to aid in fertility.