How does metformin help pcos?
I was diagnosed with PCOS a few months back and my gynaecologist prescribed Metformin. I know it's usually for diabetes, so I'm confused about its role in managing PCOS symptoms. How does it actually work for us?
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7 months ago
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My sister was prescribed this for PCOS. It basically targets insulin resistance, which is a major reason behind the hormonal imbalance and weight gain in PCOS.
7 months ago
I tried spearmint tea and seed cycling for years, but my ovulation only regularized when my gynaecologist added metformin. It helps fix the root hormonal issue from inside.
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6 months ago
I have been taking it for my PCOS too. Since PCOS makes our body insulin resistant, metformin helps our cells absorb glucose properly, which eventually helps regulate our periods.
5 months ago
My aunt insisted on traditional herbs, but my doctor explained how metformin helps lower male hormones by controlling insulin. I trusted my doctor and it really improved my cystic acne.
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4 months ago
Please don't start metformin just by reading online posts. It is a diabetes drug used off-label for PCOS to manage insulin levels, and only a gynecologist should decide your dosage based on your blood work.