Polycystic ovarian syndrome
While the name emphasizes the ovaries as being the highlight of this condition, it is a very misunderstood topic in women's health.
While the name emphasizes the ovaries as being the highlight of this condition, it is a very misunderstood topic in women's health.
If you've been diagnosed with PCOS you should know:
It is a "heterogeneous endocrine disorder" - a disorder of hormones with many possible causes! It cannot be diagnosed by ultrasound alone Pain is an uncommon symptom of PCOS PCOS diagnosis is not permanent There are several "subtypes" including: insulin resistant PCOS, post-pill PCOS, inflammatory PCOS, adrenal/androgen PCOS There are many natural and alternative options to help regulate your periods, improve your health, and optimize your fertility if that is your goal. |
The best treatment for you depends on the type of PCOS you have!
Naturopathic Approaches May Include:
Optimize Diet & Lifestyle
Herbal Medicine for Hormone Balance
Sleep and Stress Support
Test Don't Guess [fasting insulin, salivary hormone panels, cortisol [stress] testing, thyroid, progesterone, estrogen, cholesterol etc!]