PCOS V PCO

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can anyone explain the difference between pcos and pco ?

The commonality between PCO and PCOS are the cystic follicles on the ovaries. These do disappear, only to be replaced by further cystic follicles. Some of these follicles are dormant, other release hormones, another may contain an egg.

PCO is basically the cystic follicles without any of the other symptoms usually associated with PCOS (these can include hirsuitism, irregular periods, irregular or non existant ovulation, adult onset acne to name but some).

Docs are not fully sure what the causes of PCOS are. There is no for PCO/S but it can be managed.

However, PCOS is a very individualistic disorder and can affect each woman with it very differently.

I was diagnosed with PCOS based on my bloodwork and irregular periods. I received treatment and am now a parent/

You may find verity's website helpful www.verity-pcos.org.uk

Any other questions just ask

attila
thanks for all that info it was so easy to understand. i have very irregular periods, hair on face, im overweight, had scans and was told i have pcos but not offered anything to help ttc. was told clomid was out as i am so overweight. should i ask for metformin? was never offered this.
really feeling low and am going to ask to see gp and demand help. i also have thyroid problems and on medication as was over active but still putting weight on.
just dont know where to go from here really!!!
any advice ???