Mommy Wellness: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome


Updated 04/08/09 1:12 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 6 comments

PCOS, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

One of the most common hormonal issues women face is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Affecting 1 in 15 women, PCOS is a condition in which many small cysts fill a woman's ovaries. While some women begin showing signs of the condition — through weight gain, extra facial hair, and acne — in their teens, many do not discover it until they try to conceive a baby. According to A.D.A.M.: In Read more

DrSugar Answers: What's Causing My Night Sweats?


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 2 comments

Causes of Night Sweats

DrSugar is in the house! This week she's discussing possible causes for night sweats. Dear DrSugar, I have been having night sweats and waking up soaking wet about two nights a week. I am only 32, so it better not be menopause! This all started about two months, and interestingly enough I started training for a marathon four months ago. I have been steadily increasing my weekly mileage and have Read more

DrSugar Answers: Losing Weight With PCOS?


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 4 comments

Information About PCOS and Weight Gain

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. Dear DrSugar, I would love for you to discuss PCOS and weight loss. I am having such a hard time breaking a plateau despite counting calories and exercising daily. Any advice? — Sick of the Plateau This is a great topic to discuss, as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder among women of Read more

DrSugar Answers: Birth Control and Trying to Conceive


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 20 comments

How Taking Birth Control Can Affect Trying to Conceive

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. DrSugar, I just read your post about getting off of the pill and having irregular periods afterward. I am thankful for your article as I had experienced two to three months of no period! I am looking to conceive possibly in the next three to four years and wondering if you were able to do so after being on the pill for Read more

Exercise and Acupuncture Help PCOS


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Exercise and Acupuncture Help PCOS

One in 10 American women suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and according to a new study it looks like modrerate exercise and acupuncture can really help. PCOS is complicated and affects a woman’s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, circulatory system, and appearance. In a small study involving 20 women, the groups that participated in moderate exercise three Read more