When a girl enters reproductive age, she may have some he alth problems. The female body is more susceptible to various adverse effects than the male body. This is especially true of the sexual sphere. Often, even very young girls have to constantly visit the offices of gynecologists, undergo thorough examinations, take all kinds of tests and take medications. If a woman finds signs of any gynecological disease, she should immediately consult a doctor. Only he is able to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment. The word "polycystic" can often be heard from doctors. What are the symptoms of polycystic ovaries can a woman notice in herself?
A little about the disease
Polycystosis provokes hormonal imbalance in a woman's body. She does not ovulate, that is, the eggs do not mature and do not come out, and infertility occurs. It is this disease that is the most common reason for the loss of the ability to fertilize. Cystic formations grow on the ovaries. A woman can notice the symptoms of polycystic ovaries herself. Besidesvery often, during an ultrasound examination, this pathology can be seen in 20% of women, while this diagnosis is actually made in 5-10% of girls who are of reproductive age and suffering from infertility.
Symptoms of PCOS
First of all, a woman should pay attention to the following signs:
- menstrual irregularity;
- obese or overweight;
- infertility;
- oily skin and hair;
- no period for more than six months;
- excessive hairiness on the face, thighs, chest;
- acne, blackheads and pimples.
These are all symptoms of PCOS. But do not despair, only a doctor can make a diagnosis. Despite the fact that ultrasound detects polycystic disease, this is a very rare disease and only a specialist will tell you what these signs mean.
Pregnancy and PCOS
Yes, the disease causes infertility, but it is possible for a woman to become a mother. She is able to bear and give birth to a child, problems arise only with conception. With the disease, there can sometimes be miscarriages or premature births, but such a risk is present even in he althy women. Fortunately, the right treatment sometimes helps. If this does not happen, then doctors resort to other methods. Modern medicine does not stand still, so a woman will be offered a special operation - laparoscopy. It is made using a telescopic tube. Despiteon the diagnosis of "polycystic ovaries", after laparoscopy, a woman can become pregnant. If this fails, they resort to artificial insemination.
IVF for PCOS
Women who cannot get pregnant often resort to IVF (in vitro fertilization). It often turns out to be highly effective, and a girl who could not conceive a baby before will give birth not even to one, but to several. IVF for polycystic ovaries will help you get pregnant.
