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Question: Hello, im trying to get pregnant but ive been told the reason im having difficulties is because i have ovarian cysts (PCOS) and i have very irregular periods. what can i do?
Brief Answer:
Can be treated.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
PCOD is an endocrine condition in which there is high LH/FSH ratio,increased androgen production and high oestrone levels.It is usually associated with abnormal hair growth , obesity , menstrual disturbances and infertility.
Treatment includes lifestyle modification in which weight reduction and diet plays an important role.
Metformin drug is widely used for the treatment of PCOD but should not be taken without doctor's guidance.
Low dose oral contarceptives and progesterone are also given for menstrual irregularities.
ovulation induction drugs are given for infertility.
Some doctor's prefer laparoscopic ovarian drilling but chances of adhesions are there.
For hirsuitism laser , waxing or chemical depilation can be done.
To conclude , PCOD is a very common metabolic disorder these days and is due to western life style and inactivity , can be controlled with proper food , exercise , medical and surgical treatment under doctor's guidance.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
Can be treated.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
PCOD is an endocrine condition in which there is high LH/FSH ratio,increased androgen production and high oestrone levels.It is usually associated with abnormal hair growth , obesity , menstrual disturbances and infertility.
Treatment includes lifestyle modification in which weight reduction and diet plays an important role.
Metformin drug is widely used for the treatment of PCOD but should not be taken without doctor's guidance.
Low dose oral contarceptives and progesterone are also given for menstrual irregularities.
ovulation induction drugs are given for infertility.
Some doctor's prefer laparoscopic ovarian drilling but chances of adhesions are there.
For hirsuitism laser , waxing or chemical depilation can be done.
To conclude , PCOD is a very common metabolic disorder these days and is due to western life style and inactivity , can be controlled with proper food , exercise , medical and surgical treatment under doctor's guidance.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
i am unable to see a doctor at the moment, can you prescribe medicine to me?
Brief Answer:
No prescription is possible without examination.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
It is not possible to prescribe any medicines without proper investigations and a physical examination. The dose of hormones need to be regulated according to the clinical response.
You will have to see a doctor personally for this.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
No prescription is possible without examination.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
It is not possible to prescribe any medicines without proper investigations and a physical examination. The dose of hormones need to be regulated according to the clinical response.
You will have to see a doctor personally for this.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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