Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

PCOS comes with a lot of symptoms. One is infertility.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 5 to 10% of women. Causes of PCOS vary, but one symptom is that the ovaries make high levels of androgen hormones, like testosterone. You might notice irregular or infrequent menstrual cycles, acne, unwanted hair growth, insulin resistance and weight gain, and trouble conceiving. Many women with PCOS aren’t getting pregnant because they’re not ovulating, or releasing an egg, regularly.

PCOS doesn’t have to interfere with having a family.

If you are diagnosed with PCOS, treatment options depend on your goals. Many patients are primarily concerned with fertility. Some just want to reduce acne, hair growth, and other symptoms. No matter what end goal you have in mind, your PCOS does need to be treated because it comes with long-term health risks.

Women with PCOS are at a higher risk for diabetes, sleep apnea, infertility, and cardiovascular problems.

PCOS symptoms can be managed and you can still have a baby.

There’s no one-size-fits all treatment for PCOS. Let’s find what’s right for you.

If your top priority is fertility, medications like Femara can help you start ovulating again. When insulin resistance is an issue, another option is to use a medication like metformin. By increasing your sensitivity to insulin, your body may begin to ovulate naturally. For patients who’ve tried all of those, it’s worth it to try gonadotropins (injectable fertility medications).

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

PCOS comes with a lot of symptoms. One is infertility.

PCOS doesn’t have to interfere with having a family.

There’s no one-size-fits all treatment for PCOS. Let’s find what’s right for you.

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