PCOS specialist in London

PCOS is a hormonal condition that affects the way the ovaries function. It can greatly impact quality of life, and because it often stops ovulation (or causes it to be infrequent), PCOS may reduce a woman’s chances of getting pregnant

While it may be hereditary, the cause of PCOS is unknown. However, it’s linked to an imbalance of certain hormones and resistance to insulin. 

No. As many as 1 in 5 women who are scanned will present with polycystic ovaries, but they may not necessarily have PCOS. The condition is only diagnosed when the polycystic ovaries impact the function of the ovaries, and cause an imbalance in hormones. There would have to be other indicators, such as irregular periods, weight gain, abnormal hair growth or trouble conceiving for a gynaecologist at our clinic to give a diagnosis.

The symptoms of PCOS vary for every woman. That’s why we understand how important it is to offer a holistic approach to treatment.

Common symptoms include acne weight gain, difficulty in getting pregnant, excessive facial and bodily hair, and irregular periods.

While there is no actual cure for PCOS, there are many ways to effectively manage the condition. From hormone-regulating medication to evidence-based natural remedies, there is a range of options that have been known to significantly improve symptoms in most patients.

Our Consultant Gynaecologists always take a full medical history and perform an examination. Diagnosis itself is based on clinical assessment, blood tests and a pelvic ultrasound scan, and any other causes of the symptoms should also be investigated and ruled out.

We offer the highest levels of expertise in gynaecological ultrasound scanning, and our gynaecologists have extensive experience in recognising the symptoms of PCOS.

Our gynaecologists are committed to tailoring every treatment to a woman’s individual needs. Once a diagnosis has been made, we aim to create a bespoke treatment plan to improve your symptoms, and reduce the effect that these might be having on your lifestyle. 

We have an integrated approach that may involve additional women’s healthcare specialists and often find that this delivers the best results. For example, we may prescribe medication to a patient to regulate periods, and also involve various specialists at the clinic to manage other symptoms. If a patient is experiencing acne, for example, our Consultant Dermatologists can provide specialist treatment to improve the condition of their skin.