How to Treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Managing PCOS for any woman suffering from it can be a challenge. Symptoms, while sometimes devastating, can be treated with some effort and discipline. Knowing where to start and what is causing the condition can make all the difference.

Instructions

1. PCOS causes an array of unwanted symptoms. In recent years, it has been identified that PCOS is directly linked to insulin resistance, causing sufferers to be at a higher risk of Type II Diabetes.

2. Since controlling the underlying cause of PCOS is the most crucial part of treatment, the best thing any woman who is diagnosed can do is began to develop the mentality that they are diabetic.

3. Treating yourself as a diabetic first of all means to follow a diabetic diet. This is going to mean cutting your carbohydrate intake. Your doctor or dietitian should be able to advise you on the best possible diet.

4. Exercise. Other than a good low-carb diet, nothing kicks insulin into gear like good old-fashioned exercise. Experts are going to recommend a minimum of 20 minutes a day 3 to 4 times per week.

5. Diabetic medications, such as Metformin, have shown success in recent years in treating PCOS, including infertility. Don't be afraid to discuss these and other prescription options.

Tips & Warnings

• Get support. www.soulcysters.com is a site dedicated to women with PCOS and has an abundance of helpful information.

• Talk to your doctor. Don't let anyone tell you a symptom is no big deal. These symptoms include irregular periods, ovarian cysts, hirsutism, obesity, acne, and skin tags. You don't have to have them all to have PCOS.

• Watch for Internet scams claiming to cure you.

• Always listen to your doctor and ask questions before trying any new regimes.