does anyone know how to get rid of pcos (polycystic ovary syndrome)?

Answer 1

Unfortunately there isn't a cure as such. My doctor recommended that I go on the pill, but I wasn't keen... basically it just masks the problem, so as soon as you come off, you'll be back to square one. When I suggested this problem to her, she said it's better just to treat the symptom rather than the cause... There are also hormone treatments available, but I haven't really looked into those.

I have a really good book that gave me the idea to try taking vitamins and herbs. I was really sceptical about the effect it would have, but after a couple of months I really noticed the difference in my periods and general feeling of well-being. If you don't already eat healthily and get plenty of exercise, now is the time to start! If you're interested, the book is http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nutritional-Health-Handbook-Women-Integrated/dp/0749922354/ref=pd_bbs_sr_4/202-3525306-2319826?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1177455050&sr=8-4

Answer 2

Medically speaking, PCOS, also known as functional hyperandrogenism, does not have a cure. However, much can be done to minimize the impact of this syndrome on your life. Possibly, to the point, where it may be viewed as a constructive cure.

Ideally, you should be under the care of a competent endocrinologist, preferably one who has had considerable experience with this condition. Most medical doctors are not equipped to deal with this condition, including gynecologists, and internists, particularly if there is an underlying condition, e.g., cushing's syndrome, congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

However, there is much that you can do for yourself. Placing yourself on a low carbohydrate diet, and eliminating stress from your life, would be a great. The condition, is at least in part insulin driven. Following a low carbohydrate diet will lower your insulin levels. Very often PCOS, is accompanied by metabolic syndrome, also know as type two diabetes mellitus. Once your glucose levels have risen, your insulin levels, most likely, have already been high for some time.

Elimination of stress is critical, because stress can result in over production of DHEA-S, i.e., dehydroepianddrosterone sulfate. It is the raw material that ultimately, gets converted to DHT, i.e., 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone. It is DHT acting on the androgen receptor on the nucleus of a cell that ultimately causes the symptoms, e.g., hair loss, acne, hirsutism, anovulation.

There are also a number of supplements, or herbs that may be quite helpful, i.e., saw palmetto, pygeum and lycopene. These substances are also used to treat, BPH, benign prostrate hyperplasia. PCOS and BPH have much biochemistry in common.

Should you see an endocrinologist, he may prescribe metformin, an anti-diabetic drug that inhibits gluconeogenesis, and flutamide, an anti-androgen. Oral contraceptives have been used in the past. However, they tend to cause hyperinsulinemia, which aggravates the condition. The progesterone in the OC also raises androgen levels.

Answer 3

Being over weight is usually the cuase of pcos. that doesnt mean you are obese just different body shapes can handle a certian amount of body fat.. first try to loose around 20 pounds.. that will help alot.. also fertility drugs such as clomid can help with the pain and decrease cyst size.

Answer 4

There is no cure for it, so I've been told by doctors, I have the same problem, the only way to manage them is by loosing weight and going on birth control. Even though I'm not overweight and brith control makes me sick. My case isn't as severe as some peoples so I can manage mine without too much problems. But I'm not sure how bad your case is. I hope you find a way to control your symptoms

Answer 5

by looseing weight. this requires takeing bithcontrol, being on a diet,and working out alot. also most people with PCOS have insulin resistence, for this insulin sensitezers are prescribed, like glucophage ( usually used for diebeties). ill list a web site with info on PCOS

Answer 6

Doctors normally treat it with hormones and other meds. Your best bet is to make an appointment with your Gyn.The longer you wait the more damage to your system it can do.

Answer 7

It cant be cured but it can be treated by avoiding certain foods and taking medicine.

Answer 8

Sorry, But there is no cure. I am 24 and have it also.