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Irregular Periods: Could It Be PCOS? The After Hours Clinic
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The After Hours Clinic
Date: March 27, 2023
Episode 8: ‘Irregular Periods: Could It Be PCOS?'
In this episode of the After Hours Clinic, Natasha makes us feel more comfortable discussing polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and how multifactorial the disease is. What are the symptoms of PCOS and do genetics play a role? We discuss how the diagnosis is made, lifestyle changes that can help alleviate symptoms, medical management and MORE!
BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS
'Infertility Myths' https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/6-myths-about-fertility
● Topic #1 - What is PCOS and who does it affect? [3:47]
We first start off by discussing PCOS and the diagnostic criteria. Who does it affect and what are the possible environmental and genetic factors that play a role?
References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459251/
● Topic #2 - What are the symptoms of PCOS and how do we diagnose it? [8:33]
We discuss chronic anovulation, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries. As well as other comorbidities associated with PCOS.
References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459251/
ADHD article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8841975/#:~:text=Women%20with%20PCOS%20are%20known,some%20risk%20factors%20of%20ADHD.
● Topic #3 - How do we treat PCOS? [15:43]
Are there any lifestyle modifications that I can make to help reduce symptoms? How do I manage my acne and excess hair growth? What advances have been made in PCOS management? What challenges do patients and health providers face?
References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6489978/
https://bmcwomenshealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12905-022-01734-w
EPISODE LINKS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
● Website: www.theafterhoursclinic.com
● Shareable episode links
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34WhuBgPo3izBD7khy7wck
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● Email address: theafterhoursclinicpodcast@gmail.com
The After Hours Clinic
Date: March 27, 2023
Episode 8: ‘Irregular Periods: Could It Be PCOS?'
In this episode of the After Hours Clinic, Natasha makes us feel more comfortable discussing polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and how multifactorial the disease is. What are the symptoms of PCOS and do genetics play a role? We discuss how the diagnosis is made, lifestyle changes that can help alleviate symptoms, medical management and MORE!
BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS
'Infertility Myths' https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/6-myths-about-fertility
● Topic #1 - What is PCOS and who does it affect? [3:47]
We first start off by discussing PCOS and the diagnostic criteria. Who does it affect and what are the possible environmental and genetic factors that play a role?
References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459251/
● Topic #2 - What are the symptoms of PCOS and how do we diagnose it? [8:33]
We discuss chronic anovulation, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries. As well as other comorbidities associated with PCOS.
References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459251/
ADHD article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8841975/#:~:text=Women%20with%20PCOS%20are%20known,some%20risk%20factors%20of%20ADHD.
● Topic #3 - How do we treat PCOS? [15:43]
Are there any lifestyle modifications that I can make to help reduce symptoms? How do I manage my acne and excess hair growth? What advances have been made in PCOS management? What challenges do patients and health providers face?
References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6489978/
https://bmcwomenshealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12905-022-01734-w
EPISODE LINKS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
● Website: www.theafterhoursclinic.com
● Shareable episode links
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34WhuBgPo3izBD7khy7wck
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/b78ac455-483d-4614-82bc-3eb812beb8e4/episodes/fc35b751-8d6c-4550-8cc1-5e63deb10f68/the-after-hours-clinic-about-the-podcast
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-after-hours-clinic/id1665783498
Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzQ0OTUyOS9yc3M
● Email address: theafterhoursclinicpodcast@gmail.com
27 min