PCOS and fertility specialist in Perth
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is now called Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). This is a really positive change because it is a more accurate description of this complex condition. You may have read or heard that if you have PMOS, you will not be able to have a baby. This is a myth and we have seen many women with PMOS fall pregnant. We also know that IVF can lead to successful outcomes in women with PMOS. So let’s unravel the connection to get really clear about this association between infertility and PMOS.
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PMOS is an endocrine disorder that we explain on this page in more detail. It boils down to an imbalance in your hormones, that may cause a variety of symptoms, one of them being altered timing and quality of ovulation.
In Perth, Woom is one of the only fertility and gynaecology practices in the CBD that offers integrated women’s health care and CREI-certified fertility consultations under the same roof.
Our team is experienced in the diagnosis and management of PMOS, also in combination with fertility investigations and fertility treatment.
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I have PMOS?
Yes, you can. But because we are dealing with a hormonal imbalance, it will be important to manage some of the issues that typically come with PMOS. This is why – if you hear that you may have PMOS – it is useful to see a fertility specialist who helps you manage your condition.
At Woom, we combine evidence-based medicine with holistic lifestyle support. It means that your gynaecologist helps you get an accurate diagnosis and that we look at empowering you to manage your symptoms with lifestyle changes:
- Diet and exercise to manage your weight
- Advice on managing sleep deprivation which may affect your hormone imbalance
- Managing your sugar intake - this is often about changing habits, so we can manage the triggers that cause PMOS symptoms
You may have heard about metformin. This medication is often used as one of the ways to manage your PMOS symptoms. It helps us improve your chances of falling pregnant and of carrying your baby to term.
PMOS may lead to infertility because a woman with PMOS doesn’t know when she ovulates. Miscarriage and infertility are higher in women with PMOS.
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If you are trying to conceive, the first avenue that your fertility specialist may suggest is a treatment called ovulation induction. It is an assisted reproductive technology that causes and regulates ovulation. If PMOS manifests through disordered ovulation (or absence of ovulation) then ovulation induction may be suggested as the fertility treatment type.
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In some situations, ovulation induction may not be appropriate for a patient with PMOS. In those cases, we will discuss the option to start IVF.
IVF can still be effective if you have PMOS. A retrospective study of 44,286 IVF treatments, of which 16,416 women had PMOS, found those women with PMOS had a higher probability of pregnancy and live birth after IVF than women with tubal factor infertility. *
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If you have PMOS, and you are considering IVF, it is essential to work with a specialist who has the right expertise. You are at risk of ovarian hyperstimulation, and it takes the experience of an accredited fertility specialist to manage the process.
Our first steps to get you ready for fertility treatment will also involve education: we believe that you deserve to be well-informed and empowered, so you can take control of your weight, your diet, and your lifestyle, to manage your health in the best possible way. Â
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Nutrition and lifestyle management are first-line treatments for reproductive conditions including PCOS, endometriosis and/or sub-fertility
