Approximately one in 10 women have polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, which may be of little consolation if you’re one of them. PCOS is a difficult condition to live with, affecting your health, as well as your appearance, which makes compassionate, effective care important to you. Reut Bardach, MD, and the team at Orange Blossom Women's Group offer such care to women in Trinity, Florida, helping them find relief. To learn more about PCOS care, call the office or book an appointment online.
Your body is a very complex system that relies on balance to ensure that everything functions properly. When something comes along and disrupts that balance, the effects can be far-reaching. Such is the case with polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS.
PCOS is caused by an imbalance in the reproductive hormones produced by your ovaries. This imbalance impedes the proper formation and release of your eggs, leading to fertility problems and the formation of small cysts on your ovaries. In fact, PCOS is one of the most common drivers behind infertility in women.
The other result of PCOS is a disproportionate level of androgen, the hormone associated with male characteristics. This imbalance can cause women to develop male-like characteristics, such as thinning hair on their heads and unwanted hair growth in other areas.
There’s no known cause of PCOS. Medical researchers believe that genetics play a large role in whether you develop the syndrome and excess insulin due to weight issues may also increase your risk of developing PCOS.
The most common symptoms of PCOS include:
Since there’s no cure for PCOS, the team at Orange Blossom Women's Group treats the condition on a case-by-case basis depending upon your symptoms and your goals. There’s much they can do to manage the more unfortunate outward symptoms, including hormone therapies and anti-androgen medications.
These medications can be tricky, however, if you’re trying to get pregnant. If that’s your situation, the team works with you using alternative solutions, which may include:
The team at Orange Blossom Women's Group typically takes a multi-pronged approach that incorporates natural and medicinal solutions. Often, there are some lifestyle changes, such as losing weight, that can have a big impact on your PCOS.
To get started on treating your PCOS, call Orange Blossom Women's Group, or schedule an appointment using the online booking tool.
