Sneha Kumari Sneha Kumari Asked 4 months ago

What tests are done to diagnose pcos?

I've been having irregular periods and acne, and my gynaecologist mentioned PCOS. What specific tests are usually done to diagnose PCOS?

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Lakshmi Iyer Lakshmi Iyer Joined May 2026 4 months ago

For PCOS diagnosis, doctors generally do blood tests to check your hormone levels, like testosterone, FSH, and LH. My family always talks about healthy food for women, but for diagnosis, an ultrasound of the pelvic area is also very important to check the ovaries. Always trust your doctor's detailed advice.

Neha Verma Neha Verma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Haan, PCOS diagnose karne ke liye blood tests hote hain hormone levels ke liye na. Aur ek ultrasound bhi karte hain ovarian cysts dekhne ke liye. Doc ko dikhaoge toh woh sab acche se explain karenge.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Rohan Kapoor Rohan Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

PCOS? I've heard it can be tricky. They usually do blood tests for hormones and an ultrasound to see the ovaries. Maybe it's also about managing those sugar cravings, right? But first, get the tests done!

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

PCOS often involves insulin resistance, so doctors usually do blood tests for hormones like testosterone, LH, FSH, and prolactin. They also check blood sugar and insulin levels. An ultrasound is done to look for ovarian cysts. Diet is critical, focusing on low glycemic foods as advised by your doctor.

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Shruti Gupta Shruti Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

When I first heard about PCOS symptoms, I totally panicked! But it's actually quite common and manageable. For diagnosis, doctors usually do blood tests to check hormone levels (like testosterone, LH, FSH) and an ultrasound to look at the ovaries. Don't worry, it's just to confirm.

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