Positively Pcos

Positively PCOS is a memoir of the author’s attempt to overcome infertility. Years slipped by before discovering that something called PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and insulin resistance was the culprit. PCOS is the most common hormonal disorder among pre-menopausal women and one of the most common causes of infertility. The book is written candidly from the patient’s perspective. She describes her struggle to understand what is in control of her body and shares all of the raw emotion that infertility brings. The author takes us along for the ride as she seeks to find her way to discovering the truth about her body and herself. This is a motivational and inspiring story of determination and hope.

Tired of being overweight? Overgrown facial hair? Acne? Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the leading causes of infertility. The rate of women being diagnosed with this disorder is between 5-10 percent. If you are having the following symptoms, PCOS may be to blame. - Irregular ovulation with or without a monthly period - A relative lack of menstrual periods or irregular monthly periods - Acne - Hyper hair growth on the face and body - Thinning scalp hair - Many unruptured follicles on the ovaries, misdiagnosed as cysts - Having trouble losing weight In "PCOS No More", you will learn everything you need to know about PCOS - its causes, symptoms, complications & health risks. Left untreated, PCOS could lead to certain forms of cancer and diabetes. Unfortunately, most conventional PCOS treatments only focus on treating symptoms instead of the underlying issues. However, with a holistic approach involving lifestyle changes, diet, & exercises, not only the symptoms can be virtually eliminated, but also the factors that trigger PCOS can be removed. You will even get the added benefit of losing weight & stay healthy. Here are just a few things you will discover in "PCOS No More": - What is PCOS? - What are the causes of PCOS? - How genetics play a role in PCOS? - What are the symptoms of PCOS? - How PCOS is diagnosed? - How PCOS affects your relationships with loved ones & how to deal with the issues? - Conventional Treatments for PCOS - PCOS & infertility - Natural Treatments for PCOS - Diet and Exercise for PCOS - The PCOS Fertility Diet Plan - PCOS-Friendly Recipes - And much more...

A proven 21-day diet and lifestyle plan to help women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) take back control of their health and resolve their symptoms from a certified health coach and founder of the large PCOS Diva online community. PCOS is one of the most common hormonal disorders, and the most common cause of female infertility, affecting roughly five million American women. Because it’s symptoms are widespread—including stubborn weight gain, acne, mood swings, abnormal hair loss or growth, and irregular menstrual cycles—women suffering from PCOS are often misdiagnosed and treated with "Band-Aid" pharmaceuticals with uncomfortable side effects that only mask PCOS’s root causes. While there is no cure for PCOS, women can learn to control their symptoms naturally. In this welcome guide, Amy Medling shows how to combine an anti-inflammatory and hormone-balancing diet, daily movement, and stress-reducing self-care to successfully treat their PCOS. Grounded in the latest medical research and filled with the knowledge she’s acquired dealing with PCOS herself and working with thousands of women, Healing PCOS offers women small, manageable steps that help alleviate their symptoms and control the inflammation, hormonal imbalance, and insulin resistance that underlie the condition. Amy’s revolutionary program consists of: A 21-day anti-inflammatory, hormone-balancing and gluten-free meal plan, including meal prep and plan-ahead tips to make eating this way simple and fast 85 delicious recipes—half fan favorites and half new dishes Daily self-care exercises, including meditation and journaling prompts Amy has helped tens of thousands of women with PCOS take back control of their health and their lives through lasting, healing, and sustainable lifestyle change. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have struggled with PCOS, her revolutionary program can now work for you.

Hyperandrogenism profoundly affects women’s lives from lowering self-esteem to changing cognition and affective motivation. The polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common androgen excess disorder worldwide. While it is not the focus of this book, some aspects are discussed. The aim of this book is to improve understanding of androgen excess and its impact on several conditions. Topics include development of adipose tissue in females, insulin sensitivity, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and Cushing’s disease/syndrome. There is also a discussion of PCOS with emphasis on in utero origins and specific genetic and epigenetic factors. This book provides a wealth of relevant information for every endocrinologist and gynecologist who wants to broaden their knowledge of androgens in various conditions.

The poems in this book were written at various times in my life about the people and subjects I love, especially my beloved Sylvan, my husband for over 53 years. Scattered throughout the book are poems about different aspects of my love, including family, friends, nature, young love, mature and senior love, and concern for our world. When I was a young teenager, I was inspired by Victor Herbert, a famous composer who lived from 1859 to 1924, who wrote, among many other great songs, "Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life". It began with "Ah, sweet mystery of life at last I've found thee. Ah, at last I know the secret of it all." Being curious to know the secret, I found it in the song's last line, "For it is love alone that rules for aye." Incidentally, that song was sung at my wedding. Its sentiment is one I've believed in through the years. "Love" is what our world needs, and I do whatever I can to spread it around. My hope is that those who read this book will alert themselves and others to the importance of love and, by doing so, make out world a happier, more peaceful place in which to live. With divorce so prevalent today, marriage has almost become a temporary state. It behooves young and older people to choose their mate wisely, only after knowing him or her very well. After marriage, they must take their vows seriously by pouring their heart and soul into achieving a happy, lasting marriage marked by affection, sharing, cooperation, and compromise. Ideally, one should treat one's mate as one would treat oneself. Perhaps, some of my poems will encourage long- lasting marriages. I hope that aim will be achieved. Love yourself, others as well, and the world around us. If so, all of us will savor the fruit of happiness. All proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the National Parkinson's Foundation, Inc.

Diagnosis and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a comprehensive clinical reference work for primary care physicians, internists, general endocrinologists, obstetricians, gynecologists and students. PCOS is a common but frequently misdiagnosed disease. Many symptoms can be alleviated by early intervention and effective management. Prominent endocrinologists are gathered to detail current research and treatment in this metabolic disorder, affecting a growing population. The chapters are comprehensive, providing cutting edge knowledge on pathogenesis, manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of PCOS. Each chapter will be concise concluding with cogent practice points. The variety of medical issues presenting in PCOS patients result in late referrals or in- appropriate advice. This title will be a tool in a further understanding of the metabolic and genetic basis of PCOS, while providing management strategies.

This volume includes the latest diagnostic criteria for PCOS and comprises the most up-to-date information about the genetic features and pathogenesis of PCOS. It critically reviews the methodological approaches and the evidence for various PCOS susceptibility genes. The book also discusses additional familial phenotypes of PCOS and their potential genetic basis. All four editors of this title are extremely prominent in the field of PCOS.