Relationship Between High AMH Levels and PCOS
You and your partner may be emotionally ready to start a family. In such a scenario, difficulty in conceiving can be extremely overwhelming, especially if you’ve been trying for a long time. Fortunately, there are assisted reproductive technologies (ART), of which the most effective is IVF. If you’ve been dreaming about holding your baby in your arms, it’s important to know about fertility assessments like checking AMH levels as well as the relationship between high AMH levels and PCOS. What is AMH? AMH, or Anti-Müllerian Hormone, is a glycoprotein (carbohydrate + protein) hormone that is produced by the cells surrounding …
Importance of Early Diagnosis and Management of PCOS
Did you experience any sudden, unexplainable weight gain or hair growth? Maybe you have irregular or missed periods? These could be signs of PCOS. While 8%-13% women of reproductive age globally suffer from PCOS, as per WHO estimates, as many as 70% of them go undiagnosed. Although there is no cure, it can be treated and controlled. The first step is to know the symptoms. This might lead to early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS. First, let’s understand the difference between PCOS and PCOD. They are very similar, as both affect your hormonal and emotional well-being. They can lead to …
How To Deal With Unexplained Infertility?
While you might find the answer to the question “How to conceive with infertility problems?” It is very hard to find the answer to the question “How to conceive with unexplained infertility?” The first answer to anybody who might think they’re facing infertility is a fertility test. Typically, a fertility test has substantial evidence of whether or not you have a fertility problem. Based on the reports of this test, you are directed towards what the problem is and what is causing it. But what if at the first step itself, you are diagnosed with unexplained infertility? At this stage, …
How OASIS Helped Me Fight PCOS To Get Pregnant?
Being a woman, one of the conditions that we fear is PCOS or PCOD, short for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or Disorder. And, I happened to be a victim of it. I was diagnosed with this condition when I visited my general physician due to highly irregular periods or no periods for a few months altogether. The doctor then explained my condition to me, saying that there are multiple cysts in my ovaries, which hinder the maturation of eggs; hence, ovulation does not take place. Because there was no ovulation, my estrogen, FSH, LH, and progesterone levels are altered. While progesterone …
Pregnancy Complications with PCOS/ PCOD
It is a myth that women with PCOS can never get pregnant naturally. Some women get pregnant in the natural cycle. However, there is a higher risk of certain conditions for pregnant women with PCOS …
How to Diagnose PCOS/ PCOD?
PCOS/PCOD is quite a difficult condition to diagnose. Several women go through years without knowing that they have PCOS. There is no single test to diagnose the same. However, your doctors will check to find out if you at least two of the three main symptoms. Your ovaries don’t release eggs, or don’t release them regularly. Your doctor will find this out by asking about how often you have periods. You have high amounts of male hormones or androgens. Signs that you have high levels of these hormones include unwanted hair or spots (acne). Your doctor can also identify these by ordering a blood …
Busting 5 Myths of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a very common female endocrine disorder which could have several repercussions if not managed properly. One of these repercussions is infertility. September is PCOS Awareness Month and we are trying to bust a few myths associated with PCOS 1. Myth: PCOS is a cause of concern only if I am trying to get pregnant. …
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