Episode 20 - How is PCOS treated?

Sex & Wellness with Dr. Mary

Do you have irregular periods, pelvic pain, and maybe even high testosterone? These could be signs of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
We have Dr. Stephanie Chan joining us today. She is a pharmacist and also a women’s health coach. Dr. Stephanie will be diving into strategies and tips on understanding PCOS.
In this episode you will learn more about PCOS, especially if you are concerned about having this but are unsure what to observe when you have this health issue.
By learning about PCOS you can learn to understand what your symptoms are and how to manage them as long as you have the right information and healthcare team.
Let’s talk about:

• 0:48 – Introduction to today’s topic and today’s guest
• 1:29 – What is PCOS and how is it diagnosed
• 2:53 – Correlation between PCOS and insulin resistance and what is insulin resistance
• 4:39 – The struggles that women with PCOS face when seeking medical advice from doctors and the struggles with body image
• 11:21 – Non-birth control options that are available for PCOS
• 14:48 – Importance of tracking and making sure you consume enough protein throughout the day
• 17:05 – What is cortisol and its response to the body when we’re not eating and exercising too much
• 18:55 – How chronic stress affects a person despite eating and exercising right and why one’s overall health should be treated holistically
• 20:08 – The importance of being in tune with your own body and realizing where your stress is coming from
• 25:26 – Dr. Stephanie’s take on continuous glucose monitors
• 26:50 – The correlation between Hypothyroid and PCOS
• 27:55 – The type of exercise program Stephanie recommends to someone with PCOS and more conversation on exercising
• 34:49 – Dr. Stephanie on weight loss medications and her take on using it as treatment for PCOS
• 38:52 – Dr. Stephanie on PCOS and conceiving/pregnancy
• 41:49 – Dr. Stephanie on her recommendations for women on what they can start doing today if they want to conceive
• 44:30 – Conclusion: Dr. Stephanie’s reminder to anyone struggling with PCOS
• 45:28 – Where you can reach Dr. Stephanie and a summary of her program

Check out Dr. Stephanie Chan on Instagram.

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