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What Causes Menstrual Irregularities And Hirsutism?

Posted on Thu, 3 Nov 2016

Question: hi, i am missing my periods from 2-3 years. i have gone through all the test what ever gynecologist suggested me. had so many doses of Dyna capsule which is of 21 days pack . i had it for 8 months in a year then after that normal period came next two months but then still it stopped coming, and now its a scene that it stopped coming if i don't take the tablet it never will come. i am very depressed, what to do. also i thing as i am not getting periods hairs on my body have increased and growth is too much may be because of more of male hormone in my body i am not getting periods. please help

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (5 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
PCOS

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Delayed and irregular periods, increased hair growth on the body are suggestive of polycystic ovarian disease which is due to hormonal disturbances.
It cannot be completely corrected, and the periods are regular only if you take the oral contraceptive pills regularly.
The basis for treatment of PCOS is weight loss, lifestyle changes, and insulin sensitizing drugs like metformin.
I will suggest you to consult an endocrinologist for appropriate treatment.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (38 minutes later)

thank you so much for the answer, but just wanted to tel you that i have went for deep sonography also , that too many times, but still never there was anything in the sonography. no cyst formation , nothing.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Polycystic ovaries not necessary for diagnosis

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Polycystic ovarian disease is said to be there are two of these three conditions:
1. Irregular periods
2. Excessive body hair, acne, excessive testosterone levels
3. Polycystic ovaries in ultrasound.
Therefore, it's not necessary that polycystic ovaries are present in every case of PCOS.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (49 minutes later)

okay, so you think its PCOS?

Can you tell me how long will the treatment go for? like the medicines which the doctor give me? may be one year?
or lifetime ?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
PCOS cannot be cured completely

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Yes, it is very likely to be PCOS.
As I mentioned earlier, PCOS cannot be cured completely.
It is better to avoid taking oral contraceptives for a prolonged time as these have their own side effects.
You should concentrate on lifestyle changes and take metformin after consulting a doctor.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

okay, Thankyou!

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (11 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Happy to help

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I am happy to have helped you.
You can get back to me for further queries by asking a direct question to me on the health care magic portal.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng