Living with PCOS: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

by Richard S. Legro MD, Richard S. Legro, Evelina Weidman Sterling

Are You Seeking Relief from PCOS Symptoms? If so, you join the estimated 10 million American women who have PCOS—polycystic ovary syndrome. If you’re like most of these women, you may not know a lot about the hormone disorder, but you’re probably painfully aware of its irregular menstrual cycles, excess facial and body hair, weight gain, and adult acne. PCOS is also a leading cause of infertility. If left untreated, the condition carries long-term risks for endometrial cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. However, with proper treatment, the syndrome can be managed. Living with PCOS sheds light on this underreported, underdiagnosed endocrine disorder and leads women to treatment that can rid them of troublesome symptoms. The authors, both of whom have PCOS, along with a nationally-recognized physician, cover such topics

• Causes of PCOS
• Overcoming symptoms
• Choosing a physician
• Getting a diagnosis
• Receiving the best medical treatment
• Infertility and getting pregnant
• Coping with the emotional impact of PCOS
This book is a reader-friendly tool for gaining control over PCOS.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health, Self Help

175 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2000

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a good starter book if you are trying to figure out whether you have PCOS and what to do if you have been diagnosed. Hopefully more women will learn about this so that they won't go undiagnosed.

[d4]

Skim-read. Disheartening information IMO. Just testing the symptoms seems futile to me. I can only imagine the potential for drug side effects trying to treat all these symptoms separately and with some measure of guesswork. :(

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was so great to read a book about this syndrome! It is a must read for anyone who has PCOS or knows someone that does.

[Kim Kleindienst · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book for people new to PCOS. Very informative and helpful!

[Amy Balzer-pemberton · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish I'd read this book 8 years ago when I was diagnosed with PCOS. Really good information, I may read it again.

[Penny · Rating 3 out of 5]

Helpful and a quick read.

[Jennifer Dunlop · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great resource for those diagnosed with PCOS

[Dilara · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing new. Disappointments. Waste of time.