Hysterectomy for polycystic ovarian syndrome
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I was diagnosed years ago with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. It causes weight gain and a lot of cysts on your ovaries. I unfortunately have done a lot of research on this matter, talked to a lot of doctors and know that it is a very difficult thing to get rid of. If you find that you have this, you will discover that it also affects the insulin levels in your body and I have to be on Metformin, which they use for diabetics, even though I am not diabetic.
PCOS is a syndrome
There is no obvious causal link between polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and ovarian cancer. Although it’s not known for sure whether benign ovarian cysts or polycystic ovaries develop into ovarian cancer, the vast majority of ovarian cysts appear to be unrelated.
Women who have polycystic ovaries or ovarian cancer seldom have obvious symptoms early on. However, in both disorders, symptoms are noticed as the condition progresses.
I have polycystic ovarian syndrome, and have been having intense pains. Some doctors are saying that it can be kidneys, some say that the pain is because of the cysts! Some docs say that the cysts are not suppposed to hurt. Does polycystic ovarian syndrome cause excruciating pain? If not, what could be wrong with me. My mom died from cancer and i am worried that it could be.
Hi There,
You might be better helped to see your gynecologist and go over your reports. While PCOS, polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a real medical diagnosis, this term is used commonly and inappropriately whenever a few cysts are seen in a young woman's ovaries. It is important to see you doctor to be sure that that truly is your diagnosis.
PCOS is a complicated syndrome of insulin resistance, obesity, and ovarian hormone imbalance .
Were you told to come back in a month or so for a recheck? It seems hysterectomy can impair ovarian function and possibly increase the likelihood of cysts but they're still likely nothing serious. Do you by any chance have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?
For the past few years I have had Infrequent periods, I have experienced severe pelvic pain of the right ovary, crippling pain unable to function at work and school. When I did get medical help i've been told on two separate occasions that I had an ovarian cyst and was sent home with pain killers. After doing further research I found a doctor that was sure that my symptoms of irregular periods, nausua and pelvic pain was related to Pcos.
I have recently turned 17 and been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, however my GP wants me to get 2 internal scans (TV and TA) to see if I have polycystic ovaries, and I'm honestly just scared and confused on what to do.
I have most symptoms of PCOS, and I have only had my period 2 times over 4 fours, but I don't know to handle this. I have anxiety and at the moment this is increasing.
Can ovarian cancer be mistaken for polycystic ovaries on a transvaginal ultrasound - or do they look different?
Are you saying your history of ovarian cysts puts you at risk for uterine cancer? Do you have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and miss a lot of periods? Other than that, I have not heard of ovarian cysts increasing risk of uterine cancer (or ovarian cancer). Have you tried birth control pills to try to prevent the cysts and regulate your cycles?
I suffed from ovarian cysts since I was 14.. I'm 34 now and have just been diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome.. though I haven't had a cyst that has caused me pain or discomfort in years..
The best thing to help combat and minimize the occurrence and severity of an ovarian cyst I found was exercise!! The release of serotonin somehow helps.. but I've become an avid Zumba goer and not only did it keep the cysts at bay, but it's a lot of fun..
In January 2008 i was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Hyperthyroidism. Whilst visiting the endocrine department at the hospital in May 2008, I was then also diagnosed with Graves Disease, and am being checked for Diabetes. I was also told that my heart beats too fast and was put on beat blockers.
Is there any reason why i suddenly have these 3 illnesses? I have always been healthy and in the last 6 months feel awful.
Its the same thing I have it too
hi i am 26 yeas old and have two wonderful boys i have polycystic ovarian disease and normally only get my period twice a year. i now have my period continuously and this is the fifth month i had a d&c done which my gyne said will stop the bleeding but im still bled..then he mut me on birth control and hormone tablets and still im bleeding. he now wants me to have a hysterectomy done ...please help...
Or are you having lots of odd symptoms along with missing periods? You can read about polycystic ovarian syndrome here:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000369.
It sounds like you might have Polycystic Ovarian Cyst Syndrome (PCOS) and only a doctor can determine what course is right for you to take. Good luck!
With the high testosterone and glucose levels as well as the ovarian cysts, it's possible she could have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) which is a metabolic disorder of insulin resistance. Cystic ovaries are a common manifestation of this disorder. The typical presentation of ovarian cysts associated with PCOS is a strand of pearls which cannot always be differentiated as separate cysts on ultrasound. These types of cysts do not require treatment.
Hello,
According to your ultrasound report, one ovary is polycystic and the other is having a dermoid cyst. PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome ) is a problem in which a woman’s hormones are out of balance.So ovaries develop more follicles than normal every month.Diagnostic tests are 2 hr GTT,serum androgen and testosterone levels,LH-FSH ratio,prolactin levels,TSH levels,17-hydroxyprogesterone levels and 3D ultrasound done.
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