WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for December, 2001: Re: [Birth Control] BC Help for Polycyctic Ovary Syndrome

Re: [Birth Control] BC Help for Polycyctic Ovary Syndrome

From: Lynn D. Montgomery, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 19 Dec 2001 23:37:30 -0600 (CST)

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At Wed, 19 Dec 2001, Jennifer wrote: >
>I am 35 years old and my uterus was removed years ago but they left my
>cyst full ovaries because I am so young. I am tired, however, of the
>extra hair, weight gain, and acne My Dr. recommended BC, but neither of
>us know which one is ideal in my situation as I do not want more weight
>gain or acne. Thank you for your time and assistance.

Jennifer, I think birth control pills are reasonable option given your history. Unfortunately, reactions to the various pill formulations vary. The only real way to find out is to try a pill and see how your body responds... Lynn

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Lynn D. Montgomery, MD
Director, Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Rocky Mountain Perinatal Center
Missoula, Montana

**Note:  Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship.  This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

**Private e-mails cannot be entertained due to time constraints, consequently no private e-mails will receive a response.

**Thank you for your understanding ;-)

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