PCOS & Oligomenorrhea: Effective One Time Surgical Treatment – Antai Hospital

PCOS & Oligomenorrhea – Antai Hospital

Introduction:

1. Oligomenorrhea

Oligomenorrhea is the condition where the patient is a woman that menstruates very infrequently and irregularly. Their cycle is usually at intervals of longer than 30-35 days and it causes them to only menstruate 4-8 times a year, or less, instead of once every month. Some change in menstrual flow is normal at menarche, postpartum, or in the perimenopausal period. But if a woman reports the length of a menstrual cycle greater than 35 days or four to nine menstrual cycles in a year, then it is termed as oligomenorrhea. 

People with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are also likely to have oligomenorrhea. PCOS is a condition in which excessive androgens (male sex hormones) are released by the ovaries. People with PCOS show menstrual irregularities that range from oligomenorrhea and amenorrhea, to very heavy, irregular periods. The condition affects about 6% of premenopausal females.

2. PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a highly prevalent disorder, representing the single most common endocrine-metabolic disorder in reproductive-aged women. Currently there are four recognized phenotypes of PCOS. It has up to 28 clinical symptoms that can overlap with other gynaecological diseases, which is why the distinct diagnosis requires both physical examinations and hormonal profiling. Due to the presence of remaining Leydig cells within the ovaries, forming a fusion of ovarian-testicular tissue, these women who develop PCOS have abnormally high serum testosterone, and thus they tend to develop symptoms similar to secondary male-sex characteristics.

Evaluation & Diagnosis:

1. Blood Tests

• FSH Levels; if increased, they show primary ovarian insufficiency.
• TSH levels; if decreased, then it shows hyperthyroidism.
• Prolactin levels; if increased, then prolactinoma may be the cause.
• LH levels; the ratio of FSH\LH is useful in diagnosing polycystic ovarian disease.  
• Free testosterone levels; increased in congenital adrenal hyperplasia and polycystic ovarian disease.
• 17 –OH levels; these are useful to diagnose congenital adrenal hyperplasia as a cause of oligomenorrhea.  
• Overnight dexamethasone suppression test; is done to diagnose Cushing syndrome as a cause of oligomenorrhea, especially if the patient presents with signs of this condition.
• HbA1C

2. Examinations

• Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis; it may indicate polycystic ovaries, signs of pelvic inflammation, and ascites.   
• CT scan is useful with suspicion of adnexal or adrenal masses.  
• MRI pituitary helps to confirm prolactinoma if prolactin levels increase.  
• Endocervical swabs are taken if there are signs of pelvic inflammatory disease.

One-Time Effective Treatment at Antai Hospital

To avoid complications such as infertility and recurrent miscarriage, and also the relief from the physical symptoms, Antai Hospital offers an effective treatment that deals with the root underlying cause of PCOS. By using laparoscopic surgery, our doctors expertly remove the abnormal testicular tissue that is fused within the patient’s ovaries. Patients only requrie a single course of surgery without any medication thereafter, and once recovered, the patient can observe her regular menses cycle (28-day cycles) being restored, and she can attain full term pregnancies with ease.

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Antai Hospital’s Commitment

Antai Hospital’s full refund policy for the miscarriage prevention treatments we provide should already be the best guarantee for a healthy pregnancy. Patients should rest assured, can and should go about their everyday life, focusing their diet on vegetables, beans, celery, and other fiber-rich foods. Besides that, an active lifestyle of yoga and swimming should also be incorporated to help relieve stress and increase blood circulation, which is beneficial for the fetus’s development and the mother’s health. With our assurance, a healthy lifestyle, and peace of mind, you can go through a healthy pregnancy with no complications.

Recurrent miscarriages are no doubt a heavy blow to the patient’s physical and mental health. All we can do is to help ease the burden and decrease your trauma, to slowly help you overcome the anxiety with the love and care that we provide at Antai Hospital.

Trust in Antai Hospital and trust in yourself, your pregnancy is our priority.