Diagnosing PCOS
Diagnosing PCOS is relatively easy, and yet the symptoms are commonly overlooked. Physicians are becoming more aware of PCOS thanks to media coverage (Dateline NBC) and the wealth of information on the web.
To diagnose PCOS, your doctor should run blood tests to determine your hormonal balance and a pelvic ultrasound. Do NOT accept a diagnosis based on an ultrasound alone! Approximately 20% of women have polycystic ovaries caused by anovulation which is linked to other medical causes. 75% of ovarian cysts do not appear on an ultrasound depending on what part of a woman's cycle she's in. It is important to have the blood tests run also. The pelvic ultrasound costs around $200 and the blood tests run about $85 (depending on your area). It's a bit expensive but definitely worth it for a conclusive diagnosis.
Talk to your doctor if you think you have PCOS. If your doctor is unresponsive or does not know about PCOS, ask for a referral to a
Reproductive Endocrinologist.
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