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Transvaginal Ultrasound to Diagnose PCOS

Transvaginal ultrasound is one of the tools that a physician can use to diagnose PCOS. Learn here all about having a transvaginal ultrasound to diagnose PCOS.

Going to the Doctor: What do These Blood Tests Mean?

The doctor just ran a lot of bloodwork. What do the results mean? How does it relate to PCOS? This link provides basic explanations to all those confusing lab values.

Going to the Doctor: What do These Blood Tests Mean?

The doctor just ran a lot of bloodwork. What do the results mean? How does it relate to PCOS? This link provides basic explanations to all those confusing lab values.

Is Not Having a Regular Period Bad For You?

Women with PCOS frequently do not have regular periods. They may wonder if not having a regular period is bad for them. Get your answer here!

When Do PCOS Symptoms Develop?

Many people wonder when PCOS symptoms begin to develop. Get more information about PCOS symptoms here.

Seeing the Doctor: What to Rule Out When Diagnosing PCOS

Before the doctor can diagnose you with PCOS, he needs to rule out other conditions. Here are descriptions of the other diseases he may be considering before a diagnosis of PCOS.

Diagnosing PCOS

When you see the doctor about troubling symptoms like excessive hair growth or irregular periods, he may perform blood tests or other exams to determine the cause. Here is an explanation of the most common tests he may run.

Transvaginal Ultrasound to Diagnose PCOS

Transvaginal ultrasound is one of the tools that a physician can use to diagnose PCOS. Learn here all about having a transvaginal ultrasound to diagnose PCOS.

Should I See a Specialist if I Have PCOS?

Get information here about seeing a specialist for PCOS, including what type of doctor and how to find one.
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