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I have PCOS. Which medicine should I take to get periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23-year-old unmarried female and I have PCOS. I consulted many doctors and underwent treatment for about two years, but I am not satisfied. I am not getting my periods every month after treatment. It has been seven months since I did not get my period. Can you please tell me if ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. It is better to have some health tips and lifestyle along with some investigations and treatment. Just a temporary and symptomatic treatment is not enough. I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below: Have a daily walk and ... Read Full »
I take PCOS and retroverted uterus medicines. Can I get pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with PCOS, and the obstetrician told me I had cysts in both ovaries and a retroverted uterus. I was diagnosed a few months back and started taking pills. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend a few days after the diagnosis, but I am continuously taking medica... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is a hormonal imbalance that can cause anovulatory or irregular cycles, abnormal hair growth, and weight gain. Thin, lean patients also can suffer from PCOS. As you have taken eme... Read Full »
My PCOS medicines cause side effects. How long should it take?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been married for five months, and from the second day of marriage, I faced bleeding that extended up to 15 days. With a few days gap, it started again with the same bleeding for more than 15 days. That is how I started checking up with the doctor for the first time. Before marriage... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your question, and I can understand your concern. Following are my suggestions: Meprate (Medroxyprogesterone acetate) is suggested for helping ovulation. You need to have overall work up. Have a healthy diet with less salt, sugar, oil, and spic... Read Full »
I have spotting, hair on my lips, and weight gain. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a virgin, 29 years old, and I have vaginal spotting. I have hair on the upper and lower lips, on the face, and lower abdomen. I gain weight abnormally and I have acne on my face and chest. I sometimes miss my monthly periods, what can I do in treatment and prevention? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. All your signs and symptoms are of polycystic ovaries and you need to have a healthy lifestyle and food habits. Do daily exercise, yoga, and walking. Try to have a normal BMI (body mass index) and weight. Eat lots of fruits, vegetab... Read Full »
I have PCOS. I had no periods but brown discharge for 5 day. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29-year-old female with PCOS. My period cycle is 34 days which is rarely irregular once or twice a year. I have been tracking my ovulation days on the Flo app. I did not get my period for the last three weeks. So, I did a home pregnancy test and saw a faint line. The doctor has... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you the following instructions: 1. Take a serum beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) to know your pregnancy status. 2. If beta hCG is negative, I suggest you take combined oral contraceptive pills for three months to regulate your cycle an... Read Full »
I had menstrual migraines for years and PCOS. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I suffered from debilitating menstrual migraines (with aura) for years and also suffered from PCOS. About eight years ago, they became so bad that I began taking the 90-day BCP. They immediately stopped, and I have not had one since. However, I now see a GP, and she recently heard that wo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Combined oral contraceptive pills (COCP) are hormones with long-term and short-term side effects and have some contraindications as well. It can result in unscheduled bleeding, irregular periods, migraine, hy... Read Full »
I have PCOS and anemia. Why do I feel drowsiness and cramps?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 20-year-old and have been diagnosed with PCOS and anemia with anisopoikilocytosis. I have a regular but scanty menstrual cycle. I also suffer from pica disorder. I feel very drowsy and have severe menstrual cramps along with vomiting. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Have a complete checkup and take full treatment of all health issues. Have iron containing diet, apples, carrots, spinach, and iron supplements to avoid anemia. Have a psychologist consultation regarding pica disorder. Have a daily walk, exercise, do yoga, and try to... Read Full »
I have PCOS and did not get my periods for past one year. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old married female. PMH of PCOS, diagnosed at age 14. Last PAP was three months ago, all results within range. No change in color, smells, or discharge. Negative pregnancy test one month ago. I stopped taking birth control pills a year back and I have not had a period si... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Things should be sorted out without delay actually. Have menstrual induction immediately (tablet Primolut N 10 mg twice daily for seven days, then wait for menstrual bleed for 1 to 2 weeks). On day second of periods, have blood tests (serum testosterone, progesterone... Read Full »
I have PCOS. Is my blood test report too worrying?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a female and single. I have received a report of my blood test and am worried to consult my family doctor as my parents are worried about my PCOS and I want to be sure that it has no bad news. My query is that in the report it is showing decreased level section that oral contracep... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, calm down. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your anti-mullerian hormone level is showing high, and that means you have a polycystic ovary. A polycystic ovary is a gynecological hormonal disturbance that can irregula... Read Full »
I am a 30-year-old woman. Can I use Diane 35 and Neodipar for PCOS treatment?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 30 years old. Can I use Diane 35 once a day with Neodipar 500 mg twice a day for PCOS treatment? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It would be better if you send me a detailed gynecological, medical, drug, and obstetric history. Have you had blood tests and a transvaginal scan for PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease)? If you have been investigated re... Read Full »