Is your female patient having an irregular menstrual cycle? Is the patient is suspected of having polycystic ovary syndrome? Are you unsure about the treatment? This article will provide brief information about the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an important cause of both irregular menses and androgen excess in women.
In a full fledge PCOS some of the most common manifestations are irregular menstrual cycles, obesity, insulin resistance, hirsutism and anovulatory infertility. The development of multiple small cysts on the ovaries lead to hormonal imbalance, due to which the above-mentioned manifestations take place. Early diagnosis and treatment are the key components in controlling the symptoms and prevent long term complications. This article will focus on the current treatment of PCOS. Approach to the PCOS: Women with diagnosed PCOS have a…
