Poly cystic ovary

My wife has been diagonised with poly cystic ovary and is due for further tests these coming days. i dont have any idea of this and since we are right now in different countries it would be great if some one could reply to my question as i am a bit down. Will my wife be able to concieve (conceive)? is this situation treatable? if treated what are the chances of getting pregnant. we really wanted a baby but couldnt get so went for the tests and found it out. please do reply.

[sm8]

Found some info on this site for you.....

http://www.medifocus.com/guide_detail.asp?gid=ND014&a=a&assoc=Google&keyword=polycysticovary

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) also known as Stein-Leventhal syndrome or functional ovarian hyperandrogenism, is a complex endocrine disorder associated with a long-term lack of ovulation (anovulation) and an excess of androgens (male hormones, e.g., testosterone).

The disorder is characterized by the formation of eight or more follicular cysts of 10 mm or smaller in the ovaries, a process related to the ovary's failure to release an egg (ovum). PCOS is one of the most frequent causes of infertility.

Symptoms may include various menstrual problems, hirsutism (excessive body or facial hair), endocrine abnormalities, acne, obesity, infertility, diabetes with insulin resistance or hyperinsulinemia. Even if specific symptoms are not causing an immediate problem, PCOS can have significant long-term effects, including diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial or breast cancer, so seeking treatment is critical.

PCOS treatment decisions depend on symptoms, age, whether or not the patient wants to become pregnant, and the degree of ovarian, adrenal and androgen excess. First line management includes diet modification, weight loss and stress reduction since obesity and stress can contribute to androgen excess. Other management and treatment approaches are directed at addressing specific symptoms (i.e. acne, excess hair growth, menstrual problems, infertility) and at preventing long-term complications, given that PCOS can begin in adolescence or earlier.

Some PCOS symptoms (acne, menstrual irregularity) may affect body image and self-esteem, and may be of concern, especially in adolescent girls. Education and support are important in helping young women cope with the physical and psychological aspects of PCOS.

The MediFocus Guidebook on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome contains information that is vital to anyone who has been diagnosed with this condition.

You will learn about the causes, risk factors, common signs and symptoms, medical tests that are used to establish the diagnosis, and standard treatments. You will also learn about the latest clinical advances in the management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as well as about the newest treatment options that are available.

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[momttc]

Hey, a lot of women have either symptoms of or full blow PCOS and many of them conceive just fine.  I had symptoms and I am pregnant with baby number 2.

The cysts impede ovulation and hormone levels get jacked up.  So her follicles never get large enough to produce a mature egg.  With the right medication she can ovulate pretty easily!  Stay positive :)  You'll need to be seeing a fertility specialist though... don't waste your time or money on anyone else!

Good luck!

[tweety33]

i was told i has pcos about ten years ago. i was also told from the specialist that i would conceive and i have conceived twice. he also told me that when i do conceive that my frist two would more then likely miscarry. i have been preg. twice and i have lost them both. on at 5 months and the other just recently at 7 weeks. it is very possible to get preg. but tell your wife to make sure that when she does get preg. to go to the dr. reg. and not to worry or stress when she does. good luck to to the both of you and my thoughts are with the both of you.

[Damali]

I too haev PCOS, and the first thing I have to tell you is that no, there is no cure. PCOS is a condition, not a disease, so unfortunately there is no magic pill to get rid of it!

That said, there ARE many treatments, depending on which symptoms your wife is wanting to ease/work around.  There are a lot of variables, though: does she have a period (called AF for Aunt Flo!) regularly, or is AF unpredictable?  Is she overweight?  Insulin resistant?

The main problem, fertility wise, of PCOS is that most women either don't ovulate at all, or if they do, it's so sporadic that it's impossible to plan for "fertile days" to try & conceive.  Luckily, there's some help.  Some doctors try metformin/glucophage (an insulin sensitizer usually for diabetics) therapy; insulin, when present in high amounts as is common in PCOS, will inhibit the "natural" hormone cycle that causes ovulation.  So, often metformin can cause a more normal cycle to occur by lowering the amount of insulin.

There are other options (provera to induce a period, followed by clomid to induce ovulation) that can work, too, so don't give up hope.  Your road might be a little more difficult, but don't give up on being parents.  I'm just starting on my journey, and facing a lot of criticism because I'm single & want to be a parent, but I'm going to give it my all!  Hang in there, you're not alone!

[manumon77]

After a long while I chanced upon this forum. I am the same person who started this topic. Just wanted to let you all know that though my wife had a miscarriage at about three months in 2005, we now are the proud parents of Tabitha born on 16-09-2007. Keep praying and Gud Luk