How to regulate the multiple symptoms of polycystic male characteristics
May 11, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Polycystic refers to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome often exhibit male characteristics, primarily due to changes in hormone levels. Clinical symptoms may include excessive body hair, development of the Adam's apple, and deepening of the voice. These symptoms can be regulated through general management, medication, acupuncture, and other methods. After regulation, patients should follow medical advice and have regular follow-up examinations at the hospital to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
Polycystic refers to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome often exhibit male characteristics, primarily due to changes in hormone levels. These symptoms can be regulated through general lifestyle interventions, medication, acupuncture, and other methods. Details are as follows:
1. General Treatment
Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome frequently develop male characteristics, including excessive body hair, development of an Adam's apple, and a deeper voice. Lifestyle modifications can help manage these symptoms. In terms of diet, foods containing androgens—such as loach, animal liver, and raw oysters—should be avoided. Instead, it is advisable to consume foods rich in estrogen, such as royal jelly, bird's nest, and soybeans. Additionally, regular physical exercise can play a beneficial role in regulating hormonal balance.
2. Medication
Under medical supervision, patients may take estrogen- and progestin-containing medications, such as estradiol valerate tablets, dydrogesterone tablets, or medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets. These drugs help increase estrogen and progesterone levels in the body.
3. Acupuncture
Under the guidance of a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncture at specific points—such as Qihai (CV6), Guanyuan (CV4), and Sanyinjiao (SP6)—may also help alleviate symptoms.
In addition to the above approaches, surgical treatments such as laparoscopic ovarian drilling may be used. Furthermore, assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET) or in vitro maturation (IVM) can help fulfill fertility goals.
