What is PCOS and Treatments
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) affects between 8% and 15%
of women worldwide. It causes irregular periods, acne, obesity, infertility and
hirsutism. Many women suffering from PCOS don’t realize they have it until
later in life or even never discover their condition.
PCOS is a complex
condition characterized by excess hair growth (hirsutism), cysts on the ovaries
(polycystic ovaries) and insulin resistance. The cause of PCOS is unknown,
although genetics appear to play a role. The main symptoms include menstrual
irregularities and difficulty falling asleep at night.
PCOS has
traditionally been classified into two types: Type I - where excessive hair
growth occurs on the face and/or body, and Type II - where there is no visible
hair growth other than facial hair. There is some evidence that both forms may
have a genetic link. Women who suffer from type 2 are often overweight or
obese, and often develop diabetes. They also tend to be infertile.
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What is PCOS and Treatments |
There are many treatments for PCOS and some of them are medicines. Some of
the most common medicines for PCOS are:
- Metformin, an oral medicine that helps to control blood sugar levels.
- Clomiphene, a fertility drug that helps ovulation.
- Gonadotropins, hormones that stimulate ovulation.
Injections of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), a hormone that improves
fertility. GnRH analogs, hormones that suppress the production of estrogen and
progesterone. Injections or implants of progesterone in combination with estrogen
to help regulate menstrual cycles Clinical trials testing new treatments for
PCOS such as letrozole or metformin combined with lifestyle changes such as
weight loss or exercise. PCOS is a common condition which can cause
infertility, and endometrial cancer in some cases.
There are several medications that are available for PCOS. They include
metformin, Dienogest (generic), Levonorgestrel IUD, and Aromatase inhibitors
(AIs) like Letrozole. An AI is a drug that inhibits the production of estrogen.
This type of medication blocks the production of estrogen by blocking two
enzymes E1 and E2 in the body.
Several studies have been conducted to investigate their effect on PCOS
patients with different results, but long-term study was not done to assess
their safety or efficacy in people with PCOS. PCOS is a hormonal disorder that
has various effects on the body. This section will explore the medications that
are used to treat it.
PCOS Medicines, in most cases, is treated with medications which can either
be oral or topical. Some of these medications are used for specific purposes
such as hormone therapy or insulin sensitizing agents.
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What is PCOS and Treatments |
Administration of PCOS medicines are usually carried out by using oral forms
of drugs and through the injection route with some form of insulin sensitizing
agent. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which women have a
hormonal imbalance that stops their periods and makes them produce too much
testosterone.
PCOS medicines are prescribed to control these symptoms. They regulate
hormones and help to make the menstrual cycle more regular. These medicines are
usually taken by mouth, but some people also need to take insulin injections.
The PCOS medicines available on the market come with different side effects,
for example, weight gain or irregular periods. Other factors may also cause
side effects when taking these medicines like certain medications or lifestyle
habits such as smoking or drinking alcohol.