What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), also called Stein-Leventhal syndrome, refers to multiple small cysts on the ovaries (polycystic ovaries) and a host of other problems that go along with them, including lack of ovulation, menstrual abnormalities, excessive facial hair, male pattern baldness, acne, and sometime obesity.

Some women may also have varying degrees of insulin resistance (increased incidence of Type II diabetes), low bone density, and high triglycerides.

Symptoms include:

• menstrual periods - abnormal, irregular or scanty
• absence of period - usually but not always, after having one or more menstrual periods during puberty - then it stops
• obesity - beginning tummy, hips, upper body
• infertility
• increase body hair growth, unusual growth and distribution of body hair
• decreased breast size
• aggravation of acne

How do I know if I have PCOS?

It is where there are multiple cysts (more than 10 small follicles per ovary, lined around the edge of the ovary), whereas in a normal ovary they are distributed more evenly throughout the ovary.

It is a condition of hormonal imbalance and it is characterised by excessive amounts of male hormones and irregular menstruation. Women are often predisposed to it, and it is strongly linked to inherited factors that may be triggered by stress and weight gain.

Polycystic ovaries can be detected by an ultrasound of the pelvis, and blood results showing high levels of testosterone.

What causes PCOS, and how is progesterone used in the treatment of this disease?

PCOS occurs when a woman fails to ovulate, which results in a disruption in the normal, cyclic interrelationship among her hormones, her brain and her ovaries.

If ovulation is unsuccessful, and a lack of progesterone is detected by the hypothalamus, the ovary is stimulated to make more estrogen and androgens (male hormones), which stimulates more follicles towards ovulation. PCOS occurs when these additional follicles are unable to produce a mature ovum or make progesterone. These eggs fail to ‘pop’ and progesterone isn’t made. The menstrual cycle is then dominated by estrogen and androgen (testosterone) minus the production of progesterone.

High levels of testosterone not only causes male-like features, but can cause an interference on the pancreas which interferes with insulin production. This in turn will interferes with blood glucose metabolism, accounting for the incidence of excess weight gain, particularly upper body weight, thereby creating a vicious cycle. Reducing weight helps control this problem, and enhance hormone balancing. Progesterone also assists in modulation and balancing.

There are suggested links between exposure to environmental pollutants that mimic estrogen and the developing baby’s tissue. Laboratory experiments, wildlife studies, and the human DES experience link hormone disruption with a variety of male and female reproductive problems that appear to be on the rise in the general human population - problems ranging from endometriosis, testicular cancer, infertility, and in there somewhere is PCOS.

It is argued that if a female embryo’s ovarian follicles are compromised through exposure to these chemicals, this damage will not be apparent until after puberty.

Other factors that can contribute to PCOS:

• stress - high cortisol levels, long term
• lack of exercise - overweight
• poor nutrition - too much sugar and highly refined carbohydrates
• Birth Control Pill - shuts down normal ovary function
• prescription drugs - that may impair the functioning of the limbic brain

We have seen many young women with PCOS and there seems to be a correlation with a history of substance abuse and/or high exposure to environmental chemicals. This disease is, in a majority of cases reported to our website, appears to be triggered in these younger girls by high levels of stress, shock, family distress (parents divorcing or separating) and/or scholastic pressures.

Women with PCOS make up a large portion of the cases reported. And, we’re very pleased to report, natural progesterone appears to be proving to be a major player in the successful treatment of PCOS. The reason behind this solution - if you’re body isn’t producing enough progesterone, then progesterone supplementation is going help maintain the normal synchronal pattern each month.

What are the signs and tests that will confirm I have PCOS?

Tests:

• vaginal ultrasound
• pelvic examination
• ovarian biopsy
• blood profiles

Results of tests will show:

• increased ratio LH to FSH
• elevated androgen levels - testosterone
• urine 17-ketosteriods may be elevated
• relatively high estrogen levels
• negative serum HCG - pregnancy test

This disease may also alter the results of the following tests:

• estriol - urine
• estriol - serum

Progesterone & Polycystic Ovaries

PCOS affects an estimated 5-10% of women of reproductive age. It is one of the leading causes of female infertility. Women with PCOS are at a higher risk for a number of illnesses, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer of the uterus (endometrial cancer). This self-help user guide explains some of the signs & tests for polycystic ovaries, how to use progesterone to prevent future complications, and then steps you through cream dosage & usage techniques.

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