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PCOS Symptoms and Treatment Options - Genesis Fertility New York

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘄: 𝟳𝟭𝟴-𝟰𝟯𝟲-𝟯𝟳𝟰𝟳 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a hormonal disorder that affects 5-10% of all women. It is one of the most under-diagnosed diseases in the United States and is a leading cause of infertility in women. Most women with PCOS don't even know they have it and are not diagnosed until they seek help getting pregnant. In women with PCOS, the ovaries may make more androgens, the dominant male hormone, than is normal. The high levels of androgens affect the development and release of eggs, preventing ovulation and resulting in infertility. Although the exact cause of PCOS is not known, it is thought to be genetic and may run in families. Environmental factors such as diet also play a role in its development. Symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can vary from woman to woman. Due to the increase of certain hormones, such as testosterone, some women may develop certain characteristics, such as excess facial or body hair, a deeper voice, or thinning hair. Other, more common symptoms of PCOS include irregular ovulation and menstruation; increased acne on the face, chest and back or oily skin; weight gain or obesity; depression; and infertility. Women with PCOS may also have other health problems that are linked to weight gain, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. In order for a woman to be diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, she must have at least two of the following symptoms: irregular menstruation; signs of increased male hormone levels such as acne or excess hair growth in certain areas; or ovaries that appear polycystic on an ultrasound examination. There isn't one specific test for PCOS. To make a diagnosis, your doctor will review your symptoms, medical history, physical exam and perform tests to rule out any other conditions that might explain your symptoms. It is important to know that, although the name for this condition might suggest that women with PCOS have ovarian cysts, this is not the case. In this condition, the so-called cysts refer to the many tiny egg follicles that usually are detected by ultrasound examination. Surgical removal of these follicles is rarely indicated. Although treatments for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome do not cure the disease, they can help improve the symptoms. Oral contraceptive pills may be prescribed to correct the hormonal imbalances. They may also help regulate menstrual cycles and decrease acne and excess hair growth. For women who are overweight or obese, diet and exercise to maintain a normal body weight will ease many of the symptoms and improve the chances for a happy outcome. Women who have PCOS generally do not ovulate, which can cause infertility. There are multiple treatment options for women who have PCOS and do not ovulate regularly. These options include oral medications, injectable medications, surgery, and sometimes IVF. A reproductive endocrinologist will evaluate each patient individually and together with the patient they will decide which treatment is best in each specific scenario. If you think you may be experiencing any or all of the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, it is important to see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. With multiple fertility centers in the New York City area, GENESIS serves patients from Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, and Lower Manhattan, New York. For more information or to make an appointment, please visit https://www.genesisfertility.com or call 718-GENESIS (718-436-3747).