PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome) is a condition that occurs when female hormones are thrown out of balance, creating problems with a woman’s menstrual cycle and making it more difficult to become pregnant.
Dr. Rania Ibrahim finds that most of her patients who are diagnosed with PCOS have a number of small cysts on their ovaries that aren’t necessarily harmful, but can still lead to hormonal imbalances. If not treated, PCOS can lead to more severe health conditions down the road.
While symptoms typically begin in a female’s teenage years, an effective and comprehensive treatment plan can keep the symptoms under control and prevent them from turning into more long-term disorders such as diabetes or heart disease.
Many women with PCOS have symptoms that vary from one mild one at the beginning to a combination of many. Symptoms – which are usually the result of a hormonal imbalance can include:
- Weight gain;
- Depression;
- Thinning hair;
- Acne;
- Irregular periods.
If you’re diagnosed with PCOS, your OB-GYN will typically start your treatment program by prescribing a regular exercise routine and a healthier diet to lower your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. In some cases, medicines for balancing your hormonal levels may be recommended.
She may also prescribe medicines, such as:
- Birth control pills;
- Metformin, which is a medication used to treat diabetes;
- Fertility medicines (if you’re trying to become pregnant).
It’s also very important stay in touch with your OB-GYN for follow-up to make sure treatment is working properly and make any required adjustments. She may recommend testing for high blood pressure, diabetes and other possible conditions on a regular basis.
If you are suffering from a vaginal infection and need a caring and experienced OB-GYN the please call the professional and caring staff at New Beginnings OB-GYN under the direction of Dr. Rania Ibrahim in Conroe, TX.
Don’t wait – call us today at (936) 441-8635 to schedule your confidential consultation.
Are you looking for an OBGYN in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Rania Ibrahim is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with a Medical Practice located in Montgomery County, serving patients in Conroe, The Woodlands, Spring and Magnolia, Texas. New Beginnings Ob/Gyn offers many services including Prenatal care, treatment of hot flashes and menopause symptoms, treatment of endometriosis and painful periods, uterine ablation, routine well women exams, infertility treatment, as well as treatments of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
You can work together from the initial consultation to the implementation of your own personal birth plan, and follow-up. Dr. Rania Ibrahim has enormous experience in high risk obstetrics. She is a skilled surgeon and has an excellent and caring team.
Dr. Rania Ibrahim is sympathetic to the needs of women. She specializes in minimally invasive surgery and performs robotic (DaVinci) assisted myomectomies and hysterectomies.
New Beginnings OB-GYN proudly serves the residents of Montgomery County, Conroe, The Woodlands, Spring, and Magnolia, Texas.
Note: Hospital deliveries and procedures are conveniently offered at Houston Methodist Hospital the Woodlands, Conroe Regional Medical Center, CHI-St Luke’s-The Woodlands, and Memorial Hermann Medical Center-The Woodlands.