Is PCOS/PMOS curable?

Question

Hello doctor,

Over the past six months, I have been experiencing severe hair fall, acne, sudden weight gain, and irregular periods. I am a 28-year-old unmarried woman and consulted a gynecologist who advised an ultrasound scan. The results showed polycystic cysts in both ovaries (PCOS/PMOS).

I am worried about the seriousness of this condition, whether it is curable, and if there are measures I can take to reduce any complications.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your query.

I have gone through your history, and I can understand your concern. Menstrual irregularities in your case could be due to a hormonal imbalance caused by PCOS/PMOS (polycystic ovary syndrome/polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome).

PCOS/PMOS is an endocrine disorder in which hormonal imbalances occur due to cysts in the ovary, and you may have facial hair growth and weight gain. As it is a lifestyle disease, you have to change your lifestyle, eat a high-protein diet with lots of vegetables and fruits, and exercise regularly. This will help you manage your PCOS/PMOS.

Get your hemoglobin, HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin), and TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) levels checked. No need to worry about it, and I suggest you take Progesterone for withdrawal bleeding.

Feel free to ask if you have any further queries.

Thank you.