A comprehensive guide to polycystic ovary syndrome, from a leading authority on the condition
One in ten American women of childbearing age is affected by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to some degree, and many suffer from serious symptoms, such as infertility, early miscarriage, chronic pelvic pain, weight gain, high blood pressure, acne, and abnormal hair growth. PCOS is by far the most common hormone imbalance in women of this age group, yet few women understand the threat it poses to their health--or how to prevent it.
In A Patient's Guide to PCOS, Dr. Walter Futterweit, a foremost authority on PCOS in America, tells women everything they need to know about this condition and how to treat it. Drawing on his twenty-five years researching and treating the condition and his ongoing long-term study of more than a thousand women with PCOS, Futterweit discusses · what PCOS is and how it affects your body · what to eat and how to exercise to control PCOS · all the treatment options, including the latest drug therapies · how to reverse PCOS-induced infertility and restore healthy skin and hair · resources for preventing, diagnosing, and treating PCOS This comprehensive guide contains everything women need to know about PCOS--from identifying warning signs and seeking a diagnosis to finding emotional support in recovery--to regain their health and resume their lives.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
This book can truly change your life!:
I bought this book because I was very frustrated that I could not lose weight no matter how hard I worked out or how careful I was about my diet and had almost every symptom associated with PCOS. I truly recommend this to women with PCOS who are trying to get pregnant and/or are struggling with weight loss. I know how hard it is, but trust me, Dr. Futterweit's diet works! I was diagnosed with PCOS four years ago when I was 18 and lost 25 pounds with metformin, but it gave me nausea and when I stopped taking... more info
Coming from a male's point o' view.:
Before anything else, I wish to state that I am a male, and the whole purpose in reading this book has nothing to do with my body, but with that of my soon-to-be-wife. She discovered she had PCOS about a couple years ago now, so, since then, we've been in constant research of it.
This book was high on the list on Amazon.com, so I thought I'd check it out. Now, you must understand that reading any medical literature can ofttimes be tedious for anyone not under constant study of the writing style,... more info
What a relief!:
I was diagnosed with PCOS as a teen, but no doctor ever offered me an alternative to taking the pill (and that was after asking several doctors). After a bit more research, discovering that the doctors were misinforming me left me discouraged and frustrated. What was I supposed to do? Then, I found this book. After reading it and following the diet and exercise plan, I can tell a tremendous difference! My energy is restored, and I am able to lose weight now (something that was difficult before changing... more info
Great for newly diagnosed:
This book is full of great information, if you are new to the disorder. Most everything in it you can learn online. It wasn't helpful to me because I have been diagnosed for over a year and have done lots of research. For those who want it all in one place this is a great place to start.
