There is no single test for PCOS, but it can usually be diagnosed with a combination of medical history, blood tests, and/or ultrasounds.
Your blood will likely be
tested for insulin levels, thyroid function, prolactin levels and levels of
androgens (testosterone and androstenedione), FSH and SHBG. If your blood tests
suggest you have PCOS, your doctor may recommend an ultrasound of your abdomen.
If you have PCOS, the ultrasound will likely show many tiny cysts around the
edges of your ovaries. These are partially developed eggs that were never
released from the follicles into your Fallopian tubes.
Once you are diagnosed with
PCOS, you have several treatment options. You can opt for conventional medical
treatments, such as drug and hormone therapy, or you can try a more a natural,
holistic approach to address the underlying causes of the disorder. You can
also use a combination of both.
If you choose to go with a
traditional medical approach, you may see improvements in some of your
symptoms, while other symptoms may continue unabated. You might also have to
cope with various unwanted side effects of the prescription drugs.
A natural, holistic approach
incorporates the elements of a healthy diet and positive lifestyle changes to
assist your body in restoring normal hormone levels. Treating your PCOS
naturally has no side effects, is compatible with other treatments, and has
been demonstrated to improve PCOS symptoms.
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