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May 5, 2025 17 mins

Explore the latest evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in this episode of Life Optimized. Backed by 10 peer-reviewed sources, we dive into first-line lifestyle interventions like diet and exercise, fertility treatments, symptom-targeting medications (including some off-label options), and complementary therapies such as acupuncture, yoga, Tai Chi, and herbal medicine. Learn what works, what shows promise, and where research is headed.

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Based on the sources provided in this discussion, here are the titles and associated web addresses or platforms:

  • Infertility management in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a review - PMC
  • Is There Still a Place for Surgery in Patients with PCOS? A Review - PMC
  • Lifestyle Changes to Treat PCOS - Froedtert & MCW website
  • Lifestyle changes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome - PMC - PubMed Central
  • Long term health consequences of polycystic ovarian syndrome: a review analysis - PMC
  • Recent Advances in Individualized Clinical Strategies for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Evidence From Clinical Trials and Emerging Pharmacotherapies - PubMed
  • The Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review of Clinical Application and Mechanism - PMC
  • Types of Drugs Used to Treat PCOS - Verywell Health website
  • What are the treatments for PCOS? - National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) website
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