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What Are The Benefits Of Taking Provera While Having PCOS?

Hello Dr. I have had many problems with PCOS. I ve lost almost all of my hair on the back of my head, I have many mood swings, unwanted hair growth etc.. my body is just going crazy.. I was recently put on Provera in hopes of starting a regular cycle and ovulation so my husband and I can possibly have another child. My question is what are the benefits of taking the Provera and will it be stop or reverse the effects of PCOS?
Thu, 20 Nov 2014
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Hello,

Welcome to HCM
I understand your concern.
Provera ( Medroxyprogesterone) is a type of female hormone (progestin). It will help you regularise your menstrual cycles. It does not lead to ovulation, necessary for you to become pregnant. .
PCOS is due to Insulin Resistance. You should lose weight, if you are overweight or obese, eat a wholesome food and exercise well and you require a medicine like Metformin which reduces insulin resistance and helps correct the basic problem. In addition you may require fertility medicines.
If you have more queries, I am available.
Best wishes for a very successful outcome.
Dr Noble Zachariah
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What Are The Benefits Of Taking Provera While Having PCOS?

Hello, Welcome to HCM I understand your concern. Provera ( Medroxyprogesterone) is a type of female hormone (progestin). It will help you regularise your menstrual cycles. It does not lead to ovulation, necessary for you to become pregnant. . PCOS is due to Insulin Resistance. You should lose weight, if you are overweight or obese, eat a wholesome food and exercise well and you require a medicine like Metformin which reduces insulin resistance and helps correct the basic problem. In addition you may require fertility medicines. If you have more queries, I am available. Best wishes for a very successful outcome. Dr Noble Zachariah