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By: Aashay Edwin Maghi (CPT)
PCOS affects up to 10 % of women of reproductive age and causes infertility in about 70–80 % of those with the condition. Early awareness helps you seek treatment to preserve fertility options.
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With PCOS, hormonal imbalances prevent regular egg release, leading to anovulation (no ovulation). Without ovulation, pregnancy cannot occur naturally.
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High androgen (“male” hormones) levels and erratic LH (luteinizing hormone) pulses disturb egg maturation. This hormonal skew makes it hard for follicles to develop and release eggs.
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Women with PCOS often have fewer than eight periods a year or none at all. Infrequent cycles signal inconsistent ovulation, reducing chances to conceive each month.
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Up to 70 % of PCOS patients have insulin resistance, raising insulin levels and fueling excess androgens. Higher insulin disrupts egg development and lowers fertility odds.
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Many with PCOS struggle to lose weight due to hormonal and metabolic issues. Even a 5 % weight drop can restore ovulation in some women.
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Adopting a low‑GI diet and regular exercise can lower insulin and balance hormones. These changes improve ovulation rates and boost fertility naturally.
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Doctors prescribe clomiphene citrate or letrozole to trigger egg release in PCOS patients. Metformin may also help by improving insulin sensitivity and promoting regular cycles.
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If medications fail, IVF or ovarian drilling can help eggs mature and improve pregnancy chances/ Working with a fertility specialist tailors treatments to your unique PCOS profile.
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Most women with PCOS can conceive with treatment—up to 80 % regain ovulation through lifestyle and medical therapies. Seek a gynecologist or reproductive endocrinologist early for personalized care and support.
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By: Aashay Edwin Maghi (CPT)