2007-01-05 06:07:17 · 4 answers · asked by Shelly 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
According to the Society for Endocrinology: *Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women. So yes, definitely see one.
Hormone imbalances cause a list of physical symptoms, from anxiety to hair problems to depression- which are also symptoms of PCOS. Also, diet plays a big role- with PCOS insulin levels are erratic, so the doctor will probably advise you to go on a low carb/no sugar diet.
2007-01-05 06:15:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Honestly? You have to help your self. There is not Really anything that an Endocrinologist can do except moniter your progress and how you are taking care of yourself by Blood Tests. He can administer medication for high blood pressure or for Diabetes such as insulin or metformin which are complications from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
You can help yourself by:
-Eating Healthy
-EXERCISE (this is a must because you have insulin resistance and this will decrease it)
-Track your periods (you could have missed periods and you have to take Progesterone pills in order for you to shed your uterine lining every month) ( you have to be sure you get your period at least every two months or you will be at risk for endometrial cancer)
But that is the key: Exercise (1 hour/day if you can) and healthy eating (fruits and Vegtables and low fat try to cut out high cholesterol and meat as much as possible)
See PCOS is a Metabolic disorder so you have to counteract it.
Also.... it is important that you Be at a most healthy BMI or weight, you can ask the Endocrinologist what it is suppose to be. In addition, when you exercise your periods may become more regular!
Take care of your health!
2007-01-05 14:13:53 · answer #2 · answered by Rachel T. 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2007-01-05 14:09:20 · answer #3 · answered by god knows and sees else Yahoo 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Maybe, it really depends on the endo. GYN may be just as good. I found endos not to be good for my thyroid problem, so I just get treated by the family doctor. I have PCOS too and I'm on Metformin ER.
2007-01-05 14:10:04 · answer #4 · answered by DNA 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋