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Polycystic Ovarian Disease

Polycystic ovarian disease causes hormonal imbalance and affects women in their childbearing years. The common symptoms include irregular periods, heavy menstruation, hair growth on face and body, acne, male-pattern baldness, headaches, weight gain, and formation of dark patches of skin.

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I have had a short menstrual duration for the past three years and my ultrasound indicates polycystic ovaries. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I went to the doctor last week for a checkup. I have a light period (usually my menstruation lasts for one or two days) but I get my period every month on the same date. I am facing this problem for about three years. Four years back, when I was 19 years old, I was very obese, and I ...  Read Full »


Dr. J. N. Naidu

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq for your medical needs. I suggest you do the following: Increase physical activity slowly by doing yoga, pranayama, etc. for 45 minutes daily. Eat more boiled vegetables and fruits. Avoid junk foods, carbonated beverages, i...  Read Full »

I am diagnosed with PCOS and fibroids. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am 37 years old with two kids. I am 136 lbs and 5 feet 4 inches tall. Nine months back, I had a transabdominal USG which showed polycystic ovaries (right ovary 11 mm and left ovary 7 mm). I always have periods of 2 to 3 days with cycle ranging from 30 to 40 days. I do not have heavy ...  Read Full »


Dr. Neha Rathod

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As your periods are regular and there is no other period-related issue, there is nothing to worry about. Just an accidental finding of a fibroid and such tiny size is no worry a...  Read Full »

When to take a pregnancy test for accurate result?

Query: Hello doctor,My period cycle is usually 30 to 32 days. Today, I am on the 35th day and still have not got my periods. I took a home pregnancy test, and both were negative. Should I take a blood test? Will it be able to give me the right hCG count if I take it this week?  Read Full »


Dr. Vidya Muralidhar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no need to do a blood test now. Wait for a week. If you do not get your periods after a week, do a blood test. It could be a delayed ovulation causing delayed cycles. If pregnancy test was negative, you can get an ultrasound done to rule out causes like po...  Read Full »

My ovaries are bulky on both sides. How can I get conceived?

Query: Hello doctor, I was suffering from delayed periods from the last three months. Every time my periods get delayed by 10 or more days. So, I visited a doctor, who suggested USG and blood test. In USG, it shows both ovaries are mildly bulky in size. Right ovary is 3.5 x 2.3 x 1.8 and volume is 7.8 cc. ...  Read Full »


Dr. Joshi Shalaka Kishor

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The ultrasound report is fairly normal. A slight PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) pattern is not of serious concern. The blood reports are also normal. Regarding conception, you have good chance to conceive provided the semen analysis of your husband is normal. If he ha...  Read Full »

I am experiencing pain in my left pelvic area. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have pain in my left pelvic area, which gets better after taking Meftal Spas. I got an ultrasound done, which revealed a 2 inches hemorrhagic cyst in my right ovary. My period is also delayed. Is this cyst regular or an endometriosis cyst? Is this pain related to the cyst? What should I...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), you are fine and only need very few changes. Let me tell you the problems one by one followed by what to do. Your cyst is just a hemorrhagic or corpus luteum cyst. After ovulation, the re...  Read Full »

I am suffering from irregular periods. Please help.

Query: Hi, My age is 21 years. I had my periods after 2 months and now I am having periods for 18 days now. Though there is no pain or heavy flow, I am worried. Please help.   Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From what you have told I can see that you are suffering from irregular periods without menorrhagia and dysmenorrhoea. Though I suspect your condition could be because of PCOD, there are many causes for such problems Irregular periods may cause infertility also. So, you ...  Read Full »

Is it possible to block testosterone if I am under 18?

Query: Hello, I am a 17 year old girl. I am using estrogen for about 10 months now. I became more feminine and contented, it has changed my life, but when I stop using it, in time I become the same as I was before. So I would want to ask you if I could block my testosterone if  I am under 18? This would b...  Read Full »


Dr. Yelamanchili Alekhya

Answer: Hi, Thank you for choosing icliniq.com.There are so many ways to block the testosterone naturally. As you are already using estrogen, I must tell you that there will be more complications with that in long term use. As there are many causes of increased testosterone you need to be diagnosed by a pro...  Read Full »

How do I get rid of my chin's hard, painful, and severe cystic acne?

Query: Hi doctor, I am in my mid-twenties, and I eat carbohydrate-rich foods. Also, I have polycystic ovarian cysts. I noticed severe cystic acne on my chin which is hard and painful that occurred suddenly. What is causing it? How can I treat them? Kindly give your suggestions.  Read Full »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. According to the history and image provided, it looks like acne vulgaris grade 4 (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Acne appears due to multiple factors, including hormonal changes, climate c...  Read Full »

Why does my teenage sister not get periods for one year?

Query: Hello doctor, My younger sister, who is 15 years and five months, had her first-period last year and again had her second period a month later. But, after that, she did not have her periods at all. We consulted a gynecologist who suggested an ultrasound. The report reveals a small uterus 53.3 by 19....  Read Full »


Dr. Sravanthi Nuthalapati

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your sister could be having polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It is a metabolic problem that is quite common these days. This is not a disease related to only the ovaries but the whole metabolism of the body. This usually manifests as irregular cycles, excess hair ...  Read Full »

How do I treat small inflammatory breakouts on my chin?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old and currently suffering from breakouts which are small bumps with inflammation, especially on my chin. What should I do regarding this? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You seem to have grade 2 inflammatory acne and will require oral antibiotics. Also, acne over the chin and lower face might indicate hormonal etiology like polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD), so get yourself tested for that. You can take the...  Read Full »

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