PCOS
PCOS treatment in Dubai
Almost 1 in 10 women suffer from PCOS or Polycystic Ovary syndrome. Hormone imbalance and irregular periods are the common symptoms of PCOS. It’s physically and emotionally challenging for women to live with PCOS. When there are a few embarrassing signs, such as hair loss, weight gain, and acne, infertility is the most severe issue that leads to depression and anxiety.
Dr Lida Anwari, a leading gynaecologist and fetal medicine specialist in Dubai, offers exclusive treatment for PCOS. With comprehensive diagnosis and compassionate care, she follows a multidisciplinary approach to create a complete treatment plan according to each patient’s unique needs.
What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a medical condition that affects your hormones. The hormonal imbalance occurs when the ovaries develop excess hormones. The ovaries usually produce high levels of androgens, which affects your reproductive hormones. The fluid-filled sacs with immature eggs are visible on your ovaries during the ultrasound scan, which indicates a lack of ovulation.
What are the causes of PCOS?
Multiple factors contribute to PCOS, but the common causes are,
Genetic factors
A genetic component may cause PCOS in the families. For example – women with a sister or mother with PCOS are likely to develop PCOS.
Hormonal imbalance
High levels of male hormones or androgen prevent ovaries from releasing eggs. The hormonal imbalance impacts menstrual cycles and results in irregular ovulation. Excess androgen causes excess hair growth and acne in women.
Insulin resistance
Increases in insulin levels impact the ovaries and produce more androgen. High level of androgen leads to potential symptoms of PCOS.
Low-grade inflammation
According to the studies, women with PCOS have low-grade inflammation that increases the production of androgens.
What are the symptoms of PCOS?
The symptoms of PCOS include,
- Irregular periods, no menstrual cycles, prolonged periods, or heavy periods
- Oily skin and acne
- Massive weight gain
- Reduced ovulation
- Male-pattern baldness
- Abnormal hair growth on chest, neck, face, and abdomen
PCOS symptoms may increase with obesity. If you experience any of the above symptoms, it’s important to seek specialised PCOS treatment in Dubai.
How do you diagnose if you need treatment for PCOS?
Choosing the best PCOS doctor in Dubai will ensure an accurate diagnosis. After discussing the symptoms, doctors perform blood tests or ultrasounds to help with the diagnosis.
- Check your blood pressure and weight.
- A physical examination checks for hair loss, excess facial hair, skin tags, and discoloured skin.
- Pelvic examination to check for abnormal bleeding
- Pelvic ultrasound to check the thickness of the uterine lining and to identify the reason for abnormal bleeding.
- Blood tests to check glucose levels and hormone levels.
- Detailed study of your family history
PCOS treatment in Dubai
Based on the symptoms, medical history, and other health conditions, treatment for PCOS includes lifestyle changes, medications, or combining both treatments.
Lifestyle changes
- Having a healthy and balanced diet
- If you're obese or overweight, try losing weight.
- Reduce stress
- Regular exercise
Medications
If you’re not planning for pregnancy, these are the possible medications,
- Hormonal birth control options like pills, shots, patches, or vaginal rings regulate the menstrual cycle and help overcome the symptoms.
- Using insulin-sensitising medicine to control insulin levels and correct menstrual cycles.
- Medications to control the effect of androgens
If you plan pregnancy, the treatment for PCOS includes,
- Drugs to induce ovulation, like letrozole and clomiphene.
- When medications don't help, IVF is one of the most effective options for a successful pregnancy.
Surgery
Laparoscopic ovarian drilling, or LOD, is a surgical procedure to remove androgen-producing tissues in the ovaries. The procedure involves a laser or heat to destroy the tissues.
How Dr Lida Maternal fetal specialist helps in PCOS?
Dr Lida follows a holistic and compassionate approach for patients suffering from PCOS and other pregnancy complications. Being a leading fetal medicine specialist in Dubai, she addresses PCOS and provides utmost care in improving fertility and ensuring healthy pregnancy.
- Preconception care - PCOS comes with the risk of infertility, with efficient risk assessment, she identifies the potential risk factors associated with PCOS and increases the chances of ovulation and pregnancy.
- Treatment - Hormone therapy improves the chance of pregnancy by balancing hormones. These hormone injections prevent irregular periods and enhance the ovulation cycle. Insulin sensitizing drugs balance hormones and reduce the production of testosterone within the body. It improves the chances of pregnancy.
- Ovulation induction is the treatment for irregular ovulation. PCOS or other nutritional problems affect ovulation and ovulation induction medications stimulate the ovary to produce and release eggs. The treatment is often combined with IUI or other fertility treatments.
Apart from the treatment plans, Dr Lida recommends weight management and stress management to gain better control over hormone balance. If you have a history of PCOS and are eagerly waiting to start a family, consult a fetal medicine specialist at the earliest for a healthy pregnancy.
Consult Dr Lida Anwari, the best PCOS doctor in Dubai.
Living with PCOS may lead to unexpected anxiety and depression. So, find the appropriate treatment for PCOS only with Dr Lida’s ultimate guidance.
Dr Lida is a reputed fetal medicine specialist in Dubai with years of expertise in providing the best PCOS treatment in Dubai. From addressing the physical symptoms to managing the emotional rollercoaster, she guides you through a well-balanced treatment plan and successful pregnancy later.
If symptoms continue, don’t hesitate to seek a better treatment for PCOS. Call today or Schedule an appointment!
FAQ
Yes, following the appropriate treatment can help you get pregnant. PCOS disturbs the ovulation process and so, gynaecologists will normalise ovulation and increase the chance of pregnancy.
PCOS is not entirely cured, but you can manage the symptoms with lifestyle changes, medications, and, if necessary, surgical procedures.
Yes, women with PCOS are at higher risk of type 2 diabetes due to consistent insulin resistance. Managing blood sugar levels through exercise, diet, and medications is essential.