PCOS - Hormone Harmony Clinic

What is PCOS?

PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is a common hormonal disorder that affects women. About 1 in 10 women of childbearing age have PCOS.

Some key facts about PCOS:

• It results from a hormonal imbalance where the ovaries produce more androgens like testosterone than normal
• It can cause irregular menstrual cycles, excess body hair growth, acne, and difficulty getting pregnant
• While the exact cause is unknown, genetics and obesity often play a role

Common signs and symptoms of PCOS include:

• Irregular periods - this is often one of the first signs of PCOS for many women
• Excess androgen levels - leading to things like excess facial and body hair growth, scalp hair loss, acne
• Polycystic ovaries - the ovaries develop many small collections of fluid and fail to regularly release eggs
• Obesity - Up to 80% of women with PCOS are overweight or obese

PCOS increases a woman's risk for long-term health problems like diabetes, heart disease and endometrial cancer.

So getting an accurate diagnosis and treatment for PCOS is very important. Some key treatments include:

• Birth control pills and other medications to help regulate menstrual cycles and hormone levels
• Diabetes medications like metformin to help control blood sugar and androgen levels
• Stress management techniques may reduce excess androgen production
• A healthy PCOS diet and active lifestyle to achieve a healthy BMI can dramatically improve PCOS symptoms

If you think you may have PCOS, make an appointment with Hormone Harmony Clinic today. Our caring doctors specialize in accurately diagnosing and providing individualized treatment plans to help women suffering from hormone disorders like PCOS finally regain control of their health.

We'll start with an in-depth medical history and advanced hormone panel blood testing to get to the root cause of your symptoms. Then we'll craft a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and health goals like:

• Advanced hormone balancing protocols
• Customized diet and nutrition planning
• Stress reduction techniques
• Holistic therapies to support overall wellbeing

With the right PCOS treatment plan, you can get your periods back on track, clear up excess hair growth and acne, restore fertility, achieve sustainable weight loss, and improve your quality of life. Don't wait - get the answers and relief you deserve today.