{"id":3554,"date":"2023-05-22T15:19:39","date_gmt":"2023-05-22T19:19:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.defranciscolaw.com\/blog\/?p=3554"},"modified":"2023-05-22T15:19:39","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T19:19:39","slug":"polycystic-ovarian-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.defranciscolaw.com\/blog\/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a disease that affects many aspects of a woman&#8217;s health, most notably menstruation and metabolism. There are several signs that a woman may have PCOS that include missed periods, pelvic pain, high glucose or insulin levels, excess weight gain, and fatigue.\u00a0 One of the primary reasons that PCOS is so often misdiagnosed is that the symptoms can mimic other illnesses such as fibroids. Because those with PCOS often have hormonal imbalances, medical professionals will usually run blood tests, discuss patient history, and conduct an ultrasound on the patient\u2019s ovaries. PCOS is a hormonal disorder characterized by enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the periphery. The cause of polycystic ovarian syndrome isn&#8217;t well understood but may involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Menstrual irregularities, excessive hair growth, acne, and obesity are all symptoms. Treatments include birth control pills to regularize periods, a medication called metformin to prevent diabetes, statins to control high cholesterol, hormones to increase fertility, and procedures to remove excess hair.<\/p>\n<p>Women who suffer from PCOS are disproportionally impacted by infertility. Additionally, women with a history of this illness that has gone undiagnosed may experience extreme symptoms. Diagnosing a disease like PCOS may require a doctor to work through a series of potential scenarios before arriving at the right diagnosis, but in some cases, a doctor\u2019s failure to diagnose may be negligent. One difference between the two from a legal standpoint is whether a person received a reasonable standard of care based on what other doctors would have done in similar circumstances. People who feel that their misdiagnosis constitutes medical malpractice might want to begin by discussing the situation with an attorney to see if the right elements and evidence may be in place to build a strong case. For a successful lawsuit, the injured party must also demonstrate they were harmed by the doctor\u2019s medical negligence.\u00a0 If your PCOS has been misdiagnosed, you should consider consulting with a medical malpractice attorney. They will be in the best position to help you get compensated for your losses along with the proper treatment you need. Gather your medical records and information about your doctor&#8217;s appointments before meeting with an attorney. This will assist your attorney in better assessing your situation and advising you on the next steps in your claim. Our highly experienced medical malpractice attorneys at <a href=\"http:\/\/defranciscolaw.com\/\">DeFrancisco &amp; Falgiatano<\/a> may be able to assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve.\u00a0 We serve clients throughout Upstate New York and have offices in several convenient locations. Our extensive experience in the field of medical malpractice is reflected in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.defranciscolaw.com\/verdicts-settlements.html\">results<\/a> we have obtained for our clients.<\/p>\n<p>PCOS affects approximately 12% of women.\u00a0 It can be difficult to detect in teens because some of its symptoms, including irregular menstruation, are also normal occurrences in puberty. Researchers say that an earlier and more accurate diagnosis means that the disease could be managed more effectively. Doctors are sometimes hesitant to treat teens for PCOS when they cannot get a definite diagnosis.<\/p>\n<div class=\"read_more_link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.defranciscolaw.com\/blog\/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome\/\"  title=\"Continue Reading Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome\" class=\"more-link\">Continue Reading \u203a<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a disease that affects many aspects of a woman&#8217;s health, most notably menstruation and metabolism. 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