How to Treat Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Women who have polycystic ovarian syndrome may have irregular menstrual cycles—or none at all. They may also experience fertility problems, oily skin, and excess hair growth. It often affects women who are obese. While there is no specific test to determine if you have POCS, your doctor may do a lab evaluation and request a sonogram based on your symptoms.

Diagnosing Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

While no one test can diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), your doctor will most likely start by asking you about your symptoms, menstrual periods, and weight changes. They may also ask about any medical conditions you have and what medications you are taking. Finally, your doctor will give you a physical to look for acne, insulin resistance, and excess hair growth. Other tests that can help your doctor determine whether you have polycystic ovary syndrome include:

• Conducting a Pelvic Exam: Your doctor will check your reproductive organs for growths, masses, and other issues.
• Ultrasound: With an ultrasound, your doctor can see what your ovaries look like and how thick the lining of your uterus is.
• Blood Tests: A blood test can exclude androgen excess that looks like it might be polycystic ovarian syndrome. It can also measure your hormone levels and help exclude other causes of menstrual issues. The doctor may also want to check your triglyceride and cholesterol levels, plus check your glucose level.

Treating PCOS

If your doctor believes you have polycystic ovarian syndrome, they might recommend additional tests, including:

• Regular checks of your glucose levels, blood pressure, triglyceride, and cholesterol levels.
• Checking for sleep apnea.
• Asking if you have anxiety.
• Asking if you have depression.

Treating Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Treatment may include lifestyle changes if you are planning on getting pregnant. If not, there are more options, including birth control pills, progestin therapy, and other medications, creams for facial hair removal, laser hair removal, acne treatments, and other treatments. Based on your needs, your doctor will provide you with the treatment for the lifestyle you wish to maintain or achieve.

Where to Find Treatment for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Fort Worth, TX

Women’s Health Medical Group, PA, serves Forth Worth, Burleson, Lake Worth, and the surrounding areas in Texas. To learn more about polycystic ovarian syndrome, speak with a doctor at Women’s Health Medical Group, PA. To schedule a consultation, please call 817-346-5336 or fill out our online contact form.