WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for March, 1997: Re: Ammenorreha-high levels of testesterone

Re: Ammenorreha-high levels of testesterone

From: Douglas (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 29 Mar 1997 17:39:09 -0600 (CST)

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At Fri, 28 Mar 1997, Shini wrote:

Icame to know that my testesterone levels >are thrice the normal level. Now I have shifted my attention from having
>a baby to reduce the testesterone levels and getting regular periods. Is
>there a treatment for the same?.I want to regularise my periods before I
>conceive,since My husband and I have no other causes of infertility.Is
>it possible?Should i consult a gyneacologist or reproductive
>endocrinology specialist?Please reply.Thanks in advance for your time.

Shini,

Although I am not a reproductive endocrinologist, I am somewhat familiar with this problem. When testosterone levels are elevated, it is usually because of problems with the adrenal gland, the ovaries, or both. Sometimes other masculinizing type hormones are elevated as well. You will need a good pelvic exam and some basic hormone testing done in order to make a proper diagnosis.

Depending upon the diagnosis, you may or may not be able to acheive normal hormone levels before you attempt pregnancy again...for example there is a common condition called PCO (polycystic ovaries), where you may have to get back on Clomiphene in order to ovulate and when not on Clomiphene, a birth control pill may be prescribed in order to keep your cycles regular.

Be sure to see either a gynecologist familiar with fertility issues OR a reproductive endocrinologist in order to properly diagnose and treat your condition.

best regards,

--
Douglas Krell MD FACOG

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