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Pcod Treatment

PCOD (polycystic ovary disease) is a common hormonal imbalance seen in women. This hormonal imbalance results in symptoms like irregular periods, excess androgen, hair fall, and multiple cysts in the ovaries. Treatment is done by prescribing medicines for irregular periods (birth control pills, Progestin therapy), hair fall (Spironolactone, Eflornithine), and lifestyle changes.

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I have PCOD. How can I get pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, I have PCOD. In spite of that, I want to get pregnant soon. I took the PCOD medication for six months. I was using Krimson and due to uneasiness, now I am using Deviry. Please suggest the ways to get pregnant. I am eagerly waiting for your reply.  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly Deviry alone cannot treat your PCOD. PCOD is a polycystic ovarian disease which causes an increased testosterone levels in women leading to androgenic features and multiple small cysts in the ovaries. It is one of the most common reasons for irregular menses, ...  Read Full »

Kindly suggest me a remedy for my PCOD that is not improving with medications.

Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from irregular periods for eight years. I am unmarried. I am 26-years-old, and my weight is 92 pounds. I have been diagnosed with PCOD and I have been taking medication for many years. I have started with Krimson tablet for a few years. After leaving it I did not get my per...  Read Full »


Dr. Neha Rathod

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. First of all, you have to be consistent with one gynecologist. Start with proper diet, exercise, and yoga. Take plenty of fluids, vegetables, and fruits. Also, get a complete blood count done to know if you have ...  Read Full »

I am suffering from PCOD despite taking medications. Why?

Query: Dear Doctor, I am a 29 year old female suffering from PCOD, taking medicines from past 1 year. But still it has not reduced. I was into Metformin and Folic acid. At the same time I have also taken medicines for conception (i.e, clomiphene). Follicar study has been conducted for four times and only ...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Metformin is a very effective medicine in PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) treatment. It reduces weight, increases sensitivity to insulin and decreases androgen level. All these effects are helpful in the treatment of PCOD. But as you say it is not effective in your ...  Read Full »

I have been diagnosed with PCOS. Can I take homeopathy?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 28 year old female. I am diagnosed with PCOS. I have irregular periods since seven months, excess unwanted facial and body hair, hair loss from the scalp and weight gain. Can I take homeopathy medicine for PCOS and its symptoms? If yes, then what medicine do I need to take? I wan...  Read Full »


Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. Also, you should know that PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) cannot be cured completely. Medications and homeopathy control the symptoms only and increase the chance of fertility if required. I suggest: 1. Oral contraceptive pills such ...  Read Full »

My girlfriend suffers from PCOD. Is taking COCD harmful?

Query: Hi doctor, My girlfriend had irregular periods and USG pelvis showed PCOD. So, she is taking COCP. In spite of taking the drug properly, she missed her period this month. Is anything wrong with her? What to do now? Does she need to continue the drug? Or should she stop it? I heard that COCP may caus...  Read Full »


Dr. Dattaprasad Balasaheb Inamdar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP) is absolutely safe for her. It does not cause cancer (low dose COCP). Just check the content of COCP which she is taking. If dose of Estrogen (Ethinyl estradiol) is 20 or 30 mcg, she can safely continue the medicine. In fact, COCP i...  Read Full »

Why has my period lasted for the past 2 months?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 39 years old, and my period started two months ago, but it still has not stopped. I have a PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) problem, and my weight has increased to 242 pounds after my second son's c-section. I am currently taking Ayurvedic medication. Please suggest medication to s...  Read Full »


Dr. Sangeeta Milap

Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern. You need to have several tests done, including blood tests such as complete blood count (CBC), thyroid function tests, serum follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), serum luteinizing hormone (LH), serum testo...  Read Full »

My 15-year-old cousin has not got her period for seven years after her first period and the ultrasound of her abdomen reveals a small uterus. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, My cousin who is 15 years and two months had her first period seven years back and again she had it one year later. But till now, she has not got her period. We consulted a gynecologist and had an ultrasound of her abdomen done along with TSH and hemoglobin test. Her RPT reveals that sh...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Normal periods occur when the hormone axis between the brain and ovaries mature, which usually occurs around 19-21 years of age. So, I suggest you wait. Her periods will get regularized on their own. The scan is not significant, ...  Read Full »

I had sex with my girlfriend after which she has not gotten a period but the urine pregnancy test is negative. Why so?

Query: Hello doctor,I had sex with my girlfriend a few months back after which she has not gotten a period. The urine test was negative. What could it be?Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Missing periods may not be due to just pregnancy. Pregnancy is fully ruled out as beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) has confirmed that there is no pregnancy. From your history, I presume she has PCOD (polycystic ovary disorder), Thi...  Read Full »

I am suffering from PCOS and experiencing irregular periods, hair loss, and weight gain. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from PCOS and I am experiencing irregular periods, hair loss, and weight gain. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Firstly, I would like to inform you that these days, PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is very common, especially in the young population. Symptoms such as irregular periods, scanty menses, acne, and excessive weight gain a...  Read Full »

I have been diagnosed with PCOD and want to conceive a baby. Please provide advice for me.

Query: Hi doctor, Last month, I experienced a 20-day delay in my period. After undergoing certain tests, the doctor diagnosed me with PCOS. Since my partner and I are expecting a baby, the doctor prescribed six Meprate tablets to be taken over two days. She advised us to avoid intercourse for a few days...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Thanks for trusting us with your health care. I can understand your concern. Let me provide a few facts about PCOD. PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) is a congenital condition, meaning it is genetically programmed and inherited from your parents. When you suddenly gain weight, cholesterol i...  Read Full »

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