What Tests Should Be Done For PCOD?
Question: I am a chronic PCOD patient. I have been on hormonal medication like Diane 35 for nearly 2 decades ago. I have been warned about keeping my weight under check etc but other than that should I go through any hormonal tests periodically to know if everything is fine. I annually get done my CBC, blood sugar, lipid profile etc. Here I want to know only about other possible disorders due to PCOD and not about possibilities of conception. Kindly advise.
Brief Answer:
PCOS
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply
1. Hormonal profile is not required at this stage unless you are trying for pregnancy
2. I suggest you get lipid profile, fasting blood sugar done every 6 months.
3. Weight loss is single most important thing to prevent further complications like heart disease, diabetes and hypertension.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
PCOS
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply
1. Hormonal profile is not required at this stage unless you are trying for pregnancy
2. I suggest you get lipid profile, fasting blood sugar done every 6 months.
3. Weight loss is single most important thing to prevent further complications like heart disease, diabetes and hypertension.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar