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Sep 2023
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41: Here’s What You Need to Know About P...

Jo Sebastian
About this episode

Have you ever been curious to know if you have PCOS? If you have irregular periods, more facial hair than your friends, or HIIT workouts that exhaust you way too much, then listen in to Jo and certified obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Jaycy Violago Olivarez as they unbox a crash course on PCOS: how serious is it, can you still get pregnant, and how it can be managed.

🚨 Gentle disclaimer: This episode should not be your basis for diagnosis. Schedule a session with an OB-GYN to get a proper official diagnosis. (If you’re curious to know more, you can check out what to expect in the process of testing for PCOS at 20:31. 😉)

Timestamps:

6:14 What is PCOS?

8:11 What is Hyperandrogenism?

12:55 Who can get PCOS and how common is it?

18:45 Is it possible to have PCOS without showing symptoms?

20:31 How is the process of testing for PCOS?

35:35 Can I get pregnant with PCOS?

38:29 Is there a treatment of dark spots around the neck and what role does metformin play?

45:35 How serious is PCOS?

49:03 How do we know if PCOS is managed?


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