What Is PCOS?
7. Medical Treatment Options
Currently, there is no cure for women afflicted with PCOS. However, it is possible to help offset the symptoms and make them more manageable. A doctor typically tries to develop a case-specific treatment plan that addresses the goals set by the patient.
Lifestyle changes and a combination of medications can help regulate your menstrual cycle. Medications for PCOS include birth control pills or other devices that provide a combination of hormones known as estrogen and progestin. However, if the patient is trying to conceive, prescribing a medication used for birth control will not be conducive. Instead, progestin therapy is often prescribed because it does not prevent pregnancy.
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