polli cystic ovaries?

Question

i have been diognosed with polli cystic ovaries and am being treated for it but dont now much about it at all i now it is a problem with homons but thats is if you have any info in will be great how will it affect me

Answer 1

I have been dignosed with PCOS for 11 years now.

PCOS is a health problem that can affect a woman’s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. Women with PCOS have these characteristics:

* high levels of male hormones, also called androgens
* an irregular or no menstrual cycle
* may or may not have many small cysts in their ovaries. Cysts are fluid-filled sacs.

PCOS is the most common hormonal reproductive problem in women of childbearing age.
No one knows the exact cause of PCOS. Women with PCOS frequently have a mother or sister with PCOS. But there is not yet enough evidence to say there is a genetic link to this disorder. Many women with PCOS have a weight problem. So researchers are looking at the relationship between PCOS and the body’s ability to make insulin. Insulin is a hormone that regulates the change of sugar, starches, and other food into energy for the body’s use or for storage. Since some women with PCOS make too much insulin, it’s possible that the ovaries react by making too many male hormones, called androgens. This can lead to acne, excessive hair growth, weight gain, and ovulation problems.
The ovaries are two small organs, one on each side of a woman's uterus. A woman's ovaries have follicles, which are tiny sacs filled with liquid that hold the eggs. These sacs are also called cysts. Each month about 20 eggs start to mature, but usually only one becomes dominant. As the one egg grows, the follicle accumulates fluid in it. When that egg matures, the follicle breaks open to release the egg so it can travel through the fallopian tube for fertilization. When the single egg leaves the follicle, ovulation takes place.

In women with PCOS, the ovary doesn't make all of the hormones it needs for any of the eggs to fully mature. They may start to grow and accumulate fluid. But no one egg becomes large enough. Instead, some may remain as cysts. Since no egg matures or is released, ovulation does not occur and the hormone progesterone is not made. Without progesterone, a woman’s menstrual cycle is irregular or absent. Also, the cysts produce male hormones, which continue to prevent ovulation.
These are some of the symptoms of PCOS:

* infrequent menstrual periods, no menstrual periods, and/or irregular bleeding
* infertility or inability to get pregnant because of not ovulating
* increased growth of hair on the face, chest, stomach, back, thumbs, or toes
* acne, oily skin, or dandruff
* pelvic pain
* weight gain or obesity, usually carrying extra weight around the waist
* type 2 diabetes
* high cholesterol
* high blood pressure
* male-pattern baldness or thinning hair
* patches of thickened and dark brown or black skin on the neck, arms, breasts, or thighs
* skin tags, or tiny excess flaps of skin in the armpits or neck area
* sleep apnea―excessive snoring and breathing stops at times while asleep

PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome Association, Inc. (PCOSA)
Internet Address: http://www.pcosupport.org

Answer 2

Hi, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovaries 13 years ago. I am overweight, hairy and have irregular and painful periods. But I do have a beautiful daughter. Treatment is available for the individual symptoms, but sometimes problem means that it is not worth having the treatment. I am not being very clear am I. e.g. I am forever waxing and plucking hair, but the only other option I have been given from the doctor is the pill, which may reduce hair growth in time. I am single and do not need the pill for other reasons and it made me feel unwell. Some treatments work better than others. As I said I have a daughter, though it took two years and fertility treatment, I was lucky. But different people are affected by the condition in different ways. Not all people with polycystic ovaries are obese, or have trouble conceiving. Look at the websites others have recommended, but remember it is not as bad as it sounds. Just because the condition may put you at an increased risk of other illnesses does not mean that you will get them.

Answer 3

I have polycystic ovaries. I have bad skin and am hairier than average. We were trying for a baby for 20 months and had 3 months of clomid before I fell pregnant. I'm now 11 wks pregnant and have my scan on Thursday (fingers crossed). I also had acupuncture, which, if nothing else, really helped with the stress, I loved it, it was a bit of a stretch financially, but I would definately look into it as it was money very well spent as far as I'm concerned, I also cut out sugar as much as possile- PCOS messes with your blood sugar and insulin levels so this can help to stabalise it, also cutting back on caffeine, and buying organic if possible, I also swapped to organic beauty products, if you look around there are some reasonably priced lines- even sainsbury's have their own brand! Good luck, I think that generally the prognosis is that you will fall pregnant,, you just have to be patient (much easier said than done!)

Answer 4

I have been dealing with polycystic ovarian syndrome for 10 years now. Here's a good site that can give you even more info about PCOS: http://www.pcosupport.org

I also have a good book on the subject that I will have to get the name of later. If you are interested in checking that out e-mail me directly and I'll gladly get you the info on the title and author of the book.

Answer 5

I have PCOS too, but for me it is normal - I don't feel disadvantaged in any way. All the earlier entries focus on the down side and I thought you might like to know the 'advantages'.

The light, pain-free periods are a real bonus.
My hair is thick and glossy.
My thought processes are clearer and more decisive.
I am less prone to mood swings.
My children are all robust and healthy.
I have a high libido (sex drive) -driven by the higher ratio of testosterone.
In short, the profile of an ideal partner. :-)

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