Hi There,
As some people know that I am suffering from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), let me share some info with all girls and women out there. I have discovered that I am suffering from PCOS in January 2009. This is caused by irregular menses that I had since August 2008. I have decided to go to a Gynaecologist to proceed with a medical check up and blood test result showed that I am suffering from this syndrome.
It was hard for me to accept it at first. But after lots of reading done be it online or magazines as well as some information given by me Gynaecologist, I feel much better and in fact more confident of myself stepping through this syndrome.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common female endocrine disorders affecting approximately 5%-10% of women of reproductive age (12-45 years old) and was once thought erroneously to be one of the leading causes of infertility.
The principal features are obesity, anovulation (resulting in irregular menstruation), acne, and excessive amounts or effects of androgenic (masculinizing) hormones. The symptoms and severity of the syndrome vary greatly among women. While the causes are unknown, insulin resistance, diabetes, and obesity are all strongly correlated with PCOS.
Symptom
Common symptoms of PCOS include:
1. Oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea — irregular, few, or absent menstrual periods.
2. Infertility, generally resulting from chronic anovulation (lack of ovulation).
3. Hirsutism — excessive mild symptoms of hyperandrogenism, such as acne or
hyperseborrhea, are frequent in adolescent girls and are often associated with irregular
menstrual cycles. In most instances, these symptoms are transient and only reflect the
immaturity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis during the first years following
menarche.
PCOS can present in any age during the reproductive years. Due to its often vague presentation it can take years to reach a diagnosis.
Risks
Women with PCOS are at risk for the following:
1. Endometrial hyperplasia and endometrial cancer (cancer of the uterine lining) are
possible, due to overaccumulation of uterine lining, and also lack of progesterone
resulting in prolonged stimulation of uterine cells by estrogen. It is however unclear if
this risk is directly due to the syndrome or from the associated obesity,
hyperinsulinemia, and hyperandrogenism
2. Insulin resistance/Type II diabetes
3. High blood pressure
4. Dyslipidemia (disorders of lipid metabolism — cholesterol and triglycerides)
5. Cardiovascular disease
6. Strokes
7. Weight gain
8. Miscarriage
9. Acanthosis nigricans (patches of darkened skin under the arms, in the groin area, on the
back of the neck)
Diagnosis
Ovarian cysts are diagnosed with a series of routine procedures, depending on the severity of the problem. Pelvic exams are used to detect ovarian cysts early on. Done annually, this is the best preventative method for detecting and treating ovarian cysts early on. If ovarian cysts are detected, a pelvic ultrasound is employed to determine the size of the cysts. Sound waves are used to produce an image of the cyst which is then analyzed by a gynecological professional. In the event that the doctor wants to closely examine the ovarian cyst, laparoscopy is employed, using a laparoscope. This thin, illuminated telescope is inserted through a small incision into the abdomen in order to closely inspect the cyst, as well as possibly remove it.
Prevention
Ovarian cysts are a phenomenon that cannot be entirely avoided, although they can be managed with sensible measures. A woman can minimize the frequency and growth of ovarian cysts with means as simple as increased exercise and improvements in dietary habits and overall health. Controlling your level of stress, as well as balancing your hormonal system can also make a difference in how ovarian cysts are managed. Diet is the most important aspect of managing ovarian cysts. According to medical research, women who consumed a large amount of meat and cheese product were the most susceptible to ovarian cysts, while women who consumed green vegetables were the least vulnerable to developing ovarian cysts.
Please visit and join Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association (PCOSA) and join them for free for information, medical tips, updates on medication and supplements, medical treatments, and get their free newsletter that will be sent to your email on daily basis.
Thank you
-FamLuv Luv U-
As some people know that I am suffering from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), let me share some info with all girls and women out there. I have discovered that I am suffering from PCOS in January 2009. This is caused by irregular menses that I had since August 2008. I have decided to go to a Gynaecologist to proceed with a medical check up and blood test result showed that I am suffering from this syndrome.
It was hard for me to accept it at first. But after lots of reading done be it online or magazines as well as some information given by me Gynaecologist, I feel much better and in fact more confident of myself stepping through this syndrome.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common female endocrine disorders affecting approximately 5%-10% of women of reproductive age (12-45 years old) and was once thought erroneously to be one of the leading causes of infertility.
The principal features are obesity, anovulation (resulting in irregular menstruation), acne, and excessive amounts or effects of androgenic (masculinizing) hormones. The symptoms and severity of the syndrome vary greatly among women. While the causes are unknown, insulin resistance, diabetes, and obesity are all strongly correlated with PCOS.
Symptom
Common symptoms of PCOS include:
1. Oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea — irregular, few, or absent menstrual periods.
2. Infertility, generally resulting from chronic anovulation (lack of ovulation).
3. Hirsutism — excessive mild symptoms of hyperandrogenism, such as acne or
hyperseborrhea, are frequent in adolescent girls and are often associated with irregular
menstrual cycles. In most instances, these symptoms are transient and only reflect the
immaturity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis during the first years following
menarche.
PCOS can present in any age during the reproductive years. Due to its often vague presentation it can take years to reach a diagnosis.
Risks
Women with PCOS are at risk for the following:
1. Endometrial hyperplasia and endometrial cancer (cancer of the uterine lining) are
possible, due to overaccumulation of uterine lining, and also lack of progesterone
resulting in prolonged stimulation of uterine cells by estrogen. It is however unclear if
this risk is directly due to the syndrome or from the associated obesity,
hyperinsulinemia, and hyperandrogenism
2. Insulin resistance/Type II diabetes
3. High blood pressure
4. Dyslipidemia (disorders of lipid metabolism — cholesterol and triglycerides)
5. Cardiovascular disease
6. Strokes
7. Weight gain
8. Miscarriage
9. Acanthosis nigricans (patches of darkened skin under the arms, in the groin area, on the
back of the neck)
Diagnosis
Ovarian cysts are diagnosed with a series of routine procedures, depending on the severity of the problem. Pelvic exams are used to detect ovarian cysts early on. Done annually, this is the best preventative method for detecting and treating ovarian cysts early on. If ovarian cysts are detected, a pelvic ultrasound is employed to determine the size of the cysts. Sound waves are used to produce an image of the cyst which is then analyzed by a gynecological professional. In the event that the doctor wants to closely examine the ovarian cyst, laparoscopy is employed, using a laparoscope. This thin, illuminated telescope is inserted through a small incision into the abdomen in order to closely inspect the cyst, as well as possibly remove it.
Prevention
Ovarian cysts are a phenomenon that cannot be entirely avoided, although they can be managed with sensible measures. A woman can minimize the frequency and growth of ovarian cysts with means as simple as increased exercise and improvements in dietary habits and overall health. Controlling your level of stress, as well as balancing your hormonal system can also make a difference in how ovarian cysts are managed. Diet is the most important aspect of managing ovarian cysts. According to medical research, women who consumed a large amount of meat and cheese product were the most susceptible to ovarian cysts, while women who consumed green vegetables were the least vulnerable to developing ovarian cysts.
Please visit and join Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association (PCOSA) and join them for free for information, medical tips, updates on medication and supplements, medical treatments, and get their free newsletter that will be sent to your email on daily basis.
Thank you
-FamLuv Luv U-
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