How to determine the presence of pathology by yourself?
Symptoms of such a disorder, as polycystic ovary syndrome, are quite numerous. The absolute majority of them are nonspecific. That's why, quite often the girls ask for medical advice very late.
The main signs of the Stein-Levental syndrome are:
- various patterns, persistent irregularities in the menstrual cycle (meager, or on the contrary, plentiful, irregular, or absolutely absent monthly);
- pronounced male sexual characteristics, due to excess synthesis of androgens;
- obesity;
- development of infertility, as a consequence of the absence of ovulation .
Additional features include:
- fat content of the skin;
- ovolosenie on the male type;
- the appearance of stretch marks on the surface of the buttocks, the pelvic area and especially the lower abdomen;
- swelling;
- irritation, mood swings;
- increase in blood pressure.
How is pathology diagnosed?
Before a woman is diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, a long-term diagnosis is performed. The main role in the detection of pathology is played by instrumental studies, such as: ultrasound, x-ray, laparoscopy. Also, the laboratory methods can not do without: a blood test, a test for determining the violation of the ovulatory function.
Only after carrying out all the listed examinations, the girl is diagnosed and prescribed the appropriate, necessary treatment.