Questionhello sir,
i have irregular peroids problem since i started having them
its been around 4-5 years that i am having multiple treatments but nothing actually works
i took primolut-N for 6 months, took a gap
then Diane-35 for about a year, then my doc diagnosed PCos and she kept me in glucophage for 8 months or so
then again i took a break and found no improvement..
i was prescribed Diane-35 again and am still on it
she wants me to keep my weight reduced..
i am 22 years ; wt: 59kg; height:5'6"
daily calorie intake 600-800 cal
i do regular exercise
no dark facial hair but had pimples 2 years back which were treated with diane 35 and roaccutane
this time when i went to my doc she said its part of life and have to accept it
my palms and feet usually remain pale and my body temp does not rise more than 97F do u think and these days i feel lethargic all the time.
thank u for yr time sir
best regards
sadaf
AnswerI understand the frustration you must be having. PCOS is a condition characterized by irregular menses, evidence of elevated "male" hormone (it is normal to have some "male" hormone in women)in women and in certain centers classic ultrasound findings of the ovary. Part of the underlying problem has to do with resistance to insulin with abnormal glucose levels noted in some cases. It seems that irregular menses is what is affecting you presently and as long as there are no contraindications, birth control pills treat both the irregularity in your cycle and the elevated male hormone as well. There are other treatments for elevated male hormones as well. Proper nutrition is important, but a low carbohydrate diet finds to be most effective and not a low calorie diet as you are currently on. This extremely low calorie diet can be harmful. Unfortunately as your MD stated, it is a long term problem but very treatable. If pregnancy is desired in the future, you may need help with additional medications. Discussing proper nutrition with your physician or a nutrition consultation would be beneficial.
