‘You should consider you a low-dose birth control pill’

Amongst many unsolicited acne therapies, this was one of the most pleasantly shocking one. While battling severe acne,....

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One interesting episode of my life that I can’t seem to forget in a hurry was when I was an intern doctor rotating through obstetrics & gynecology at the island maternity hospital;

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My zit-filled face was a major concern for many. I got many unsolicited - both scientific & unscientific based advice-from patients and colleagues...

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One day immediately after ward round, I was on my way to the call room when an ob/gynae consultant suddenly beckoned at me. I saw the hesitation in his eyes with what he was about to say...

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He slowly gathered his thoughts and said ‘Dr Savage, I’m sure you must be going through a lot with acne. I imagine you may have tried many therapies, but have you considered a low dose OCP (oral Contraceptive pill)...

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I think you should look into it. It would help your skin condition’

Trust me, I gave it a thought and an even deeper thought about the extent of my condition.

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For the first time in my years of struggling with acne, i became more insightful about my condition and the possibility that I may have an underlying condition called PCOS- Polycyatic Ovary Syndrome. ...

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PCOS affects 1 in 10 women.

It is a serious genetic, hormone, metabolic and reproductive disorder that affects women. It is a leading cause of infertility....

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Common signs and symptoms include
Irregular periods
Excess facial and body hair
Severe acne
Insulin resistance
Anxiety & Depression
Infertility
Weight gain
Male Pattern hair loss

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The cause of PCOS is not exactly clear. It is believed to stem from factors such as
- genes,
- insulin resistance, and
- higher levels of inflammation in the body.

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Doctors diagnose PCOS if women have at least two of three main symptoms —
- high androgen levels,
- irregular periods, and
- cysts in the ovaries.

A pelvic exam, blood tests, and ultrasound can confirm the diagnosis.

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PCOS can make it harder to get pregnant, and it can increase your risk for pregnancy complications and miscarriage.

Weight loss and other treatments can improve your odds of having a healthy pregnancy.

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PCOS treatment starts with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.

Losing just 5 to 10 percent of your body weight if you’re overweight can help improve your symptoms.

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Birth control pills and the diabetes drug can help bring back a normal menstrual cycle.

Hair removal therapy (such as Laser therapy, electrolysis..) or medicines can rid women of unwanted hair.

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See your doctor if you’ve skipped periods or you have other PCOS symptoms like hair growth on your face or body.

Also see a doctor if you’ve been trying to get pregnant for 12 months or more without success.

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