#pcos disorder

[bestivfcentreindubai]

How Does PCOS Affect Fertility in Women?

PCOS is a relatively common hormonal disorder in women of childbearing age. The complex pathophysiology occurs in various ways and has severe consequences for a woman’s general health and fertility. Therefore, grasping the consequences of PCOS on fertility is essential for those who are trying to get pregnant or planning to do so shortly. This blog shall focus on different facets of PCOS, its causes, symptoms, impact on fertility, treatment options, and how to cope with it.

[agamgupta1287]

Your Essential Guide to PCOS: Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting the ovaries. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 8 to 13 percent of women of reproductive age have PCOS, though up to 70 percent of cases remain undiagnosed. This blog will delve into the symptoms of PCOS, explore its causes, and provide insights into effective diagnosis and treatment options. By understanding these key aspects, individuals can make informed decisions about managing PCOS and improving their overall health.

Recognising the Symptoms of PCOS

The symptoms of PCOS often begin either at the onset of menstruation or some time after. They can vary but commonly include irregular menstrual cycles, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and weight gain. Some individuals may also experience thinning hair on the scalp and difficulties with fertility. If you notice any of these symptoms, consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and effective management of PCOS.

Understanding the Causes of PCOS

The exact causes of PCOS are not fully understood, but several factors are linked to its development:

Genetics: PCOS often runs in families, suggesting a genetic predisposition. If a close relative has PCOS, the risk may be higher.

Insulin Resistance: This occurs when the body’s cells don’t respond effectively to insulin, leading to high insulin levels that can increase androgen production, worsening symptoms like acne and hair growth.

Inflammation: Chronic low-grade inflammation is associated with PCOS and may contribute to hormonal imbalances and insulin resistance.

Effective Diagnosis and Testing for PCOS

Diagnosing PCOS usually involves a combination of clinical evaluations and tests. A healthcare provider may perform a physical examination, review your medical history, and conduct blood tests to check hormone levels. Ultrasound imaging is often used to detect cysts on the ovaries. Accurate diagnosis is essential for distinguishing PCOS disorder from other conditions with similar symptoms and ensuring appropriate treatment. Consult a reputable gynaecologist for precise diagnosis and management.

Treatment Options for Polycystic Ovaries

Treatment for PCOS disorder often involves a combination of medication and lifestyle changes. Hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, can help regulate menstrual cycles and alleviate symptoms like acne and excessive hair growth. Diabetes medication may help improve insulin sensitivity and aid in weight management. Additionally, fertility treatments may be needed for individuals experiencing difficulties with conception.

Managing PCOS with Lifestyle Changes: Lifestyle modifications are crucial in managing PCOS disorder. Adopting a balanced diet, rich in whole foods and low in processed sugars, can help control weight and enhance insulin sensitivity. Regular physical activity is also beneficial, as it reduces insulin resistance and alleviates some symptoms. Incorporating stress management techniques, such as mindfulness and yoga, can further support overall well-being.

Support and Resources for PCOS

Finding support and resources is essential for managing PCOS effectively. Engaging with support groups and online communities can provide valuable information and emotional support. Consulting healthcare professionals specializing in endocrinology or gynecology is crucial for personalized treatment plans. Digital healthcare management tools empower individuals to consult with diet and exercise coaches conveniently, set realistic goals, and monitor their progress. Explore trusted healthcare apps to join a healthcare programme for managing PCOS and enhancing your quality of life and overall well-being.

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haha yeah yeah that's really great that we're having so much fun. oh what's that? everyone is going to sit on the ground? everyone is going to sit on the ground and look at me weird when i say i can't sit on the ground? there are no chairs in the room so i have to stand with my cane or just lay flat on the ground?yeah no that's great yeah i'm so glad none of you are ableist

[potstism]

❤️‍🩹 my take on a PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) flag 🧠

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i had been waiting from months to a year to see someone design a flag for PMDD since i'm not very confident in my own ability, so i decided to go ahead and bite the bullet with an attempt. this is currently planned to just be a draft and may be subject to change with new updated versions in the future.

TW FOR MEDICAL TRAUMA/ABUSE: although this topic is not very widely discussed, or at least doesn't seem to be commonly present, online among the disabled community, my personal experiences with PMDD have made acknowledging its existence as well as its consequences quite necessary to me. as of the time of writing this, i am 19 years old, and when i was 15 exactly this time of year (as well as the first similar incident a couple months prior), i had an intense hyper-emotional episode the week before my period that was so bad i ended up getting institutionalized at a psych ward against my will and have never been the same since. for years now, i've been on a birth control pill that suppresses my cyclical hormones and prevents my period from occurring most of the time.

before getting into the stripes' meanings, there are two factors to explain behind my thought process:

dark teal is considered to be the awareness color for this disorder, although i went with a light aqua color because i think it looks better with the pink, and it's in the same family so i believe it still works.

pink is meant not to represent femininity necessarily since uterus-owners can come in many different gender expressions, but rather fit with the vibe of internal organs, especially since pink is closely related to red which is how warm blood appears (and is a key element of uterine cycles).

as for the stripe meanings, here is my proposal for each single word:

awareness ─ suffering from premenstrual dysphoric disorder is a very real thing that happens to müllerian individuals everywhere. according to the cleaveland clinic, which i am an active visiting patient of, about 10% of people with our reproductive body types who are at least of minimum pubescent age may be affected by it. although it does not tend to be a risk toward physical health, it is often a deadly threat to our mental state and well-being, which can lead to suicidal ideation.

strength ─ i consider this to be an invisible disability, with most of the symptoms taking place within our internal worlds and fighting a constant battle with negative thoughts + emotions. in addition to this, physical symptoms also arise and can cause severe discomfort before menstruation even begins. all of this happens within the confines of our own homes, and we tend to suffer through it alone. people who do not have PMDD probably fail to realize how strong we have to be in order to get through this difficult time repeatedly & endlessly, despite their well-intended efforts.

diversity ─ this is intended to have multiple meanings, and to include anything i may not have come up with so far. for one thing, there are plenty of different experiences to be had with this disorder, such as varying levels of cramping + sickness or depression + anxiety. on another note, not only do our bodies each work differently (some may also have endometriosis and/or PCOS, which are also intersex conditions, as a double-whammy), but many of us do not conform to societal ideas of gender despite all having these parts in common. there are infinite possibilities to mix & match with presentation & identity, which is not limited by biology.

flesh ─ although many factors are involved in this process, including hormones, PMDD centers around the uterus, which is an internal organ. the flesh represents the physical aspects of this experience, and how we must take great care of our bodies in order to ease how we feel.

pain ─ there is so much physical + mental pain that builds around this disorder, which deserves to be recognized, sympathized with, and treated. the deep pink (to me) somewhat resembles what ibuprofen & benadryl pills look like; painkillers & antihistamines respectively (i'm not sure if anyone else needs the latter, but my skin's condition gets really reactive when i go through my cycle).

anyone is free to reblog/use accordingly, although you may have to be mindful of permission/credit with the uterus imagery from the source!

tagging for reach (it may not fit your gimmick exactly, so feel free to ignore if you're uninterested, or reblog somewhere else!): @idwl @satyrradio @spaghettimakesflags @obnebulant-mogai @caeliangel @intervex @arco-pluris @beyond-mogai-pride-flags @radiomogai @themogaidragon @neopronouns @mad-pride @disabilitypride

[thedeathwitchescats]

My collection of tips for people who are just now developing a chronic illness or just now realizing they have one. ((As someone who has only been struggling with mine for a little over a year))

-dont blame yourself for not being able to do what you used to. Your body used to do its job to a better degree than it does now. You are not lazy bc your taking more breaks or bc you cant get out of bed. Your taking care of yourself. I struggle with this all the time. Especially considering my living situation. Shit doesnt get done when I dont do it but I simply cant sometimes.

-that leads me into my next point. Take advantage of your good days, but dont overwork yourself just bc your "not feeling chronically ill." When you have the energy, start the laundry, do the dishes, take out the trash, but still take breaks as needed

-keep a set of your meds literally everywhere. I have a pill box I specifically keep in my car with a weeks worth of my morning meds. I have a three sets of my most important meds in my bag at all times. I have pain meds stashed in every crevasse they could be stashed. Trust me, when your running late and you get half way to work before you realize you havent taken your meds your gonna want to be able to reach into your glove box and take them rq

-buy the mobility aid. You think you need a brace bc a specific joint hurts like hell and wont stay in place?? Get it. You cant walk for long periods of time and think a cane would help?? Get it. You think a shower chair would do you good so you dont pass out with shampoo in your eyes and naked?? Get it. Just get it. Walmart sells canes for under ten bucks and they work really well. They also have extra tips in a two back for 2.50. Dollar tree has braces and like 12 different pain creams. Five below also has some braces and quite a few pain relief options. You can also get them cheap on sites like shein or Amazon and sometimes depop. ((I know I know, dont support those sites but a bitch is broke and two bucks for compression socks is a fucking steal)) You can also sometimes find wheelchairs and canes and crutches at goodwill. It isnt a guarantee but its a good option if you need smt cheap. ((Be careful and check that their not broken before you buy))

-take the pain meds. Put on the pain cream. Ice that joint. You dont get brownie points for toughing it out and it will help your health in the long run. If someone looks at you like your weak for taking smt to help with your pain, their the problem, not you.

-create a good support system. Find the people who will drop their brand new iced coffee to stop you from slamming your head into the ground during a fainting spell. They are out there. Find them and hold onto them for dear fucking life

-try to make the best of what you can do every day. Put on cute earrings. Buy cute compression socks. Get braces that fit your vibe. Put stickers on your mobility aids. Put pins on your bag. Carry a cute weighted stuffie for when you need some extra comfort. Make the most of what you are capable of doing.

[textk4kira]

pcos as an intersex condition

I believe the reason why many people are resistant to the idea of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) as an intersex condition is because they would have to accept that many people who are AFAB (especially cis women) are in fact, intersex.

I was assigned female at birth and diagnosed with PCOS at the age of 19. It took me some time to come to understand my intersex condition, which includes elevated testosterone levels and irregular periods. I was prescribed birth control to manage my symptoms and received an ultrasound to check for cysts on my ovaries (it was during this ultrasound appointment that I first experienced an instance of medical malpractice.)

I'm also a nonbinary person who struggles with mental health issues.

Overall, I'm proud of being intersex And trans. I stand in solidarity with my trans and intersex friends and family 💗

[beenovel]

Me trying to figure out what’s causing this new symptom

(I forgot but should have added burnout and migraines)

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The Pepe Silvia meme of a Caucasian man holding a cigarette while looking like he’s lost his mind, pointing to a large conspiracy board.

Written in red in random places and terrible handwriting is autism, bipolar, adhd, hypermobility, anxiety, depression, PCOS, ptsd.

In brighter red is meds then mystery illness with six exclamation marks after it.

[phosphenemoth]

And for my next trick, watch very closely, as I proceed to sleep for 24 hours straight!

Yes, it's been done before and will be done again!

Right before your very eyes, ladies and gents, and all in between or outside!

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I present to you: a masterful description of my extremely awkward experience being a disabled teenager.

[Scene opens: I enter my school's elevator, using my pass to unlock it. An older hall monitor who I have never spoken to walks over and attempts to get in. The doors begin closing.]

Me: Oh, oops! Sorry, let me get that for you.

[I hold down the "open" button. The hall monitor glares at me and then notices my cane. Her jaw drops, presumably at how cool I look. I lean against the wall of the elevator. The monitor stares for about ten seconds.]

Monitor, in the most genuinely confused voice I've ever heard: Did you have surgery?

Me: Oh! Uh, haha, no.

[The monitor looks at me. I look at her. Our eyes do not break contact for another few seconds.]

Monitor: That's rather rude, isn't it?

[I look at the monitor in disbelief. I do not understand what is happening but the elevator is stopping soon.]

Me: uhh. [I look at the ground] yeahhhh. yeah.

[The elevator stops after a couple seconds and i get to class. I still don't really know what she was talking about but this sort of thing happens a lot.]

Fin

[fortheloveofpiggy]

Pride month is over guess what!

It’s disability pride month!

Happy disability pride month!

[totally-i-chronic]

So, I had a birthday recently.

I turned 23 on Thursday. Right before Valentine's day.

And honestly? I was surprised by how well I was able to manage my symptoms and enjoy the fun even with the pain.

I got all dolled up, went out with some of my best friends, and still managed to make it through the night without overthinking every little decision I made.

Unfortunately, however, health got in the way the day after, even moving into today.

I had a pretty rough flare day yesterday and nothing I did could keep my heart rate at a decent resting rate (for my body). It was elevated and exhausting all day, which made me very grateful that I took the day off.

Then, today, I experienced possibly some of the worst pain I've ever felt. It was immobilizing. I was sobbing on the floor. No meds helped, nothing. Honestly, based on how bad it was, most people would've told me to go to the ER. But I was pretty sure I knew what it was, and by now the pain has subsided enough that now it's just the normal manageable amount of pain.

I know that as my symptoms increase and things get harder or easier I'll get more used to it. I've only been managing (with medical professionals and intervention) most my chronic conditions for about 4 months. The longest I've been managing one with the doctor's advice is still less than a year.

I'm new to everything, and I still have so much to learn, but I know I'm going to use 23 as a chance to continue to expand my knowledge.

And advocate for other young disabled folks.

And be the example I wish I had going through this.

If anyone out there needs someone to listen to or lean on going through something like this, just know I'm here.

None of us are fighting this alone. I just learned this, so now I'm making sure you all know.

[insane-cripplepunk]

My weight does not make

Or take

Or break

Who I am

Who I am is the aches in my knees and feet

My inability to stand up straight

My heart to race

My hairy face

I am not my weight

I am not some medical mystery

Some plot point in your history

Some oddity to whisper me

I am

Me

[beenovel]

I have LOST my half gallon water bottle, I have LOST my knee compression sleeves, the pharmacy does NOT have my migraine meds even though they said they DID, my FINGIES hurt, HOW is a chronically ill bitch supposed to thrive in these conditions?!?!?!

[narcissisticpdcultureis]

endopcos npd culture is having an abnormal menstrual cycle with no bleeding, so of course i'm curious of what google has to say. google says i'm pregnant. i make a joke to a friend saying "maybe i'm the next mother mary" and said friend brings up parthenogenesis, so i google if parthenogenesis can occur in humans. google says parthenogenesis is a rare occurrence in humans. of course for a split second i think it's a possibility and that i'm special. how cool would it be??? but then i read further and apparently parthenogenesis in humans results in tumors, not babies and i'm like... nope. nevermind! i don't want to be special! at least not in this circumstance.

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[fully-embracing-my-autopsy]

Another Fi WIP (it needs a lot of work but I'm too tired rn)

Her flags and some info under the cut. @captainfairygodmother read it cuz there's something you'll relate to

I only used aroace because I don't know what terms to use for someone who is apathetic towards sex and romance

Pronouns: she/they (USE BOTH INTERCHANGEABLY)

They have PCOS, endometriosis, DID (no ntg "sys" in her world), cPTSD, scars, FND, chronic insomnia, trust issues

Has a pet hedgehog she raises with Tosh (whom they live with), (her closest friend aside from Captain Jack Harkness). Hedgehog is from said Captain because of their last name

Prefers Fi (pronounced fee) over their full name

Purely a Torchwood OC, will not be put in other fandoms unlike Morgan

[second-stixs]

uhhh.. ive never mentioned this before but yeah

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