Better choice for PCOS..Endocrine Repro. Specialist or OB/GYN specializing in infertility?
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Depends on what do you want. If you already have babies and do not want any further then a endocrinologist is the better option. \n\nHowever if you want more babies, you need to go to an obstetrician/ gynecologist who specializes in infertility. \n\nGenerally they do a wedge resection of the ovaries and remove the cysts at the same time ensuring that the chances of ovulation occuring are increased. They may also give ovulation inducing drugs like clomiphene. Good luck :). I hope everything is fine.
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I also have PCOS.  While it's not the greatest thing in the world, it isn't super dangerous either if you take care of yourself.  Are you on any meds for it yet?  Your dr should do a blood panel to check you for insulin resistance, and may prescribe Metformin to help combat that.  There are a lot of different symptoms associated with PCOS, and many of them need to be treated individually.  You are at a greater risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, but that can be controlled through proper diet/exercise and drugs like Metformin.\n\nIt's by no means a death sentence, but it does require some lifestyle changes.  The biggest problem that most women face is that it is harder for someone with PCOS to get pregnant because their hormones are so whacky.  I hope this helped to answer your question.
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endometrial ablation is also an option.  i would be cautious about getting a hysterectomy so quickly.  get a second opinion.  if she is having these problems, provera will only help the symptoms, maybe correct it for a while, but it won't cure it, and she will most likely have them lifelong.  i am going through the same thing and am considering the ablation.  i will still be infertile, but at least i will have a less chance of osteoporosis.
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Funny thing I heard was acupuncture.  I heard it does wonders.  2 friends of mine including me have PCOS and both of them have been trying for months and went and got acupuncture and walla---pregnant.  who knows...I go to a specialist that treats PCOS.  I would recommend seeing and endocrinologist.
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I'm sorry to read you have such serious gyn problems at your young age.  The best people to talk this over with are the professionals,and they are really the only people who can advise you well.  I can tell you the information they have given you is true, as unpleasant as it is.  I would suggest you consider seeking a second opinion, and discuss all your concerns and treatment options with a GYN physician, preferably one who specializes in treating PID and endometriosis.  It may be there are some other options for you to consider, or it may be that a hysterectomy is your best option.  If you do have one, it doesn't necessarily mean the end of the world, only that you will not have children.  But having children is already quite possibly not in your future anyway, so there is no point to suffering needlessly.  If and when you find the person you want to spend your life with, you can and should consider adoption to create your family.  In spite of what you might think, some children grow in your heart and some under it, but in the end you love both equally the same.  I urge you to speak with your doctor honestly, the way you did here, and then make your decisions.  Good luck, however things turn out.
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agree with first answer - see a good ob/gyn - what will be, will be.  know 2 people who were told they were infertile that have beautiful children to prove otherwise - also know 3 couples who have adopted and raised beautiful children - they were infertile but gave the care and support required to be "parents".
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Obstetrician/Gynecologist\n\nOBGYN for short.
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I also have PCOS. I don't have the high insulin levels either. I only started having trouble with weight when I got into my mid twenties. That was one of the things that led me and my doctor to start doing some tests to find out what was wrong. I did have to undergo fertility treatments, but they were successful and we have a wonderful little boy. The fertility specialist I had explained that just as every person is different, so are the symptoms of PCOS. They range from dark patches on the knees, skin tags, horrible cramping, out of control periods or no periods at all, dry brittle hair, and weight gain around the middle. Since it has a lot to do with hormone imbalances, it can vary from person to person. Some women suffer tremendous pain and debilitating symptoms while others are so mild they may not know anything is even wrong unless it interferes in their ability to conceive.
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I also have PCOS and I highly recommend the SugarBusters diet.  It helped immensely.  I've lost about 25 lbs on it.
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I would highly recommend treatment. It is nearly impossible for women with PCOS to lose weight without treating the PCOS.\n\n The underlying cause of PCOS is insulin resistance (IR). If you treat the IR, then your chances of getting pregnant are about the same as anyone else (assuming there are no other problems not related to the PCOS). The best treatment for PCOS is going on an insulin sensitizing drug such as metformin (1500-2550mg per day) combined with a low carb diet and exercise. If this doesn't work by itself (which in most cases I've seen..it does), then you can add fertility treatments to this. There are a few important things to know:\n\n1. Many women "pass" the test for IR, but still respond positively from the metformin. No one knows exactlly why..my thought is that the test is not a sure fire way of detecting the IR.\n\n2. You must be on a high enough dose of metformin. I've heard women complain that their bodies dont start working even though they've been on metformin for awhile. Some doctors are hesitant to up the dose past 1500mg...but for some of us it takes more. I don't respond until my dose is around 2000mg a day. \n\n3. It can take a few months on the correct dose, before your body ovulates on it's own. \n\n4. It is important to treat your PCOS even when you are not trying to get pregnant. There are higher risks for many things (high blood pressure, blood clots, diabetes, and many other things) when you have PCOS, but if it is treated properly, then those risks go back to a normal rate. \n\n5. The side effects of metformin are not the greatest, however...I lost almost 30lbs in 3 months without really doing anything differently. It seemed like the weight just melted off for me. \n\n6. PCOS symptoms and how a body responds to the treatment vary incredibly. No one can predict exactlly what will happen and how your body will respond. That being said: most women I know how treat PCOS properly, report very positive things. \n\nI recommend seeing a reproductive endocrinologist. They are the most knowledgeable about PCOS and any fertility treatments that you may want to do in the future. I also highly recommend visiting http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-bhp... It is a great message board, where you can ask all your PCOS questions. The women there are great. Good luck.
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hi, i think you meant  you were diagnosed w/ PCOS. there is no cure for this syndrome. you will never have regular periods, and you should get the book called - PCOS: the hidden epidemic to learn more about it. also, search for "insuline resistance" which is linked to causing PCOS and learn more about that. I also have this problem, and it's something VERY serious. could cause many problems, i.e. fertility problems, diabetes etc. so please, read up on it, and start taking care of yourself NOW.
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Yes, because most of the time you wont ovulate. Also miscarrages happen more often with women that have it. You can still have kids, but sometimes it can be difficult, but then again it you may have no problems.\nYahoo has a group you can join the people can be helpfull:\nhttp://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Just_Diagnosed_PCOS/\nand\nhttp://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/PCOS-Pals/\n\nWishing you the best
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ask an endrocrinologists or a thyroid specialist
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i have pcos also. i was on the pill for 6 years as a contraceptive, and then stopped to see how bad my pcos were and if i would have problems conceiving. i had three periods and then found out i was pregnant!\n\ngood luck!
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There is no cure for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, medications used depends on the symptooms you are having.\n\nHere is a website that explains more:\n\nhttp://www.4woman.gov/faq/pcos.htm
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Try Deirde Fisher, MD she works with Drs. Albee & Sinervo in Atlanta.  They are world-renowned for Endometriosis and pelvic pain, and do all gyn. as well.  770-913-0001.
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I too have pcos. Luckily i have now had 2 children.\nI recommend you going to a website where i get all my information & is very informative on everything from doctor's to infertility, birth control pills, & treatments. I wish you much luck! And i truly hope that you find all the info you need!