PCOS

Infertility, irregular periods, and excess facial or body hair in women are signs of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). At Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics MedSpa, serving the communities of Cypress and Houston, Texas, the team provides treatments for PCOS to eliminate troublesome symptoms and improve your way of life. Schedule an evaluation by phone or request one online today.

What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

PCOS is a hormone problem that can occur during the reproductive years in women. It may result due to small fluid-filled sacs (cysts) that develop along the edges of the ovaries. While the exact cause isn’t known, early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS help minimize symptoms and complications. 

See an Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics MedSpa if you have PCOS symptoms and want a non-pharmaceutical treatment plan.

What are the symptoms of PCOS?

The hallmark symptoms of PCOS include:

• Infrequent periods
• Irregular menstruation
• Long-lasting periods
• Infertility 
• Acne 
• Excess facial or body hair

These and other PCOS symptoms can occur due to excess androgen, a hormone that may build up within your body over time.

When left unaddressed, complications can include Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, gestational diabetes, pregnancy-induced high blood pressure, miscarriage, or premature birth. 

You might also have high cholesterol, sleep apnea, depression, or an increased risk of endometrial cancer.

What are the risk factors for PCOS?

The common causes and risk factors for developing PCOS may include:

• Obesity
• Insulin resistance
• Low-grade inflammation
• Family history of PCOS
• Unhealthy lifestyle habits

PCOS symptoms are usually more severe in people who are overweight or obese. Adopting healthy habits and maintaining an ideal body weight can reduce your chance of PCOS and its symptoms.

How is PCOS treated?

The Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics MedSpa team asks about your medical history, lifestyle, menstrual cycle, symptoms, medications, what you’ve tried in the past, and more to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. You may need blood tests to measure your hormone levels. 

Your Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics MedSpa provider might suggest one or more of the following PCOS treatments:

• Weight loss
• Diet and exercise changes
• Limiting carbohydrates
• Fertility treatments
• Acne treatments
• Laser hair removal
• Supplements 
• Hormone treatments

Combining healthy lifestyle habits with holistic interventions can minimize your symptoms, allowing you to live your best life. The Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics MedSpa team tailors a PCOS treatment to match your needs.

Schedule an appointment at Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics MedSpa by phone or request one online today to get treated for PCOS.