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Misdiagnosed with PCOS

At 17, I started missing menstrual periods. I was diagnosed with PCOS yet I never had an ultrasound or anything. I was prescribed birth control, which I stopped in February 2012. I did not receive menstrual bleeding until August 1st, which lasted for 19 days (it was more like spotting, filling only 1-2 pads a day). I received a normal period starting on November 5th, lasted for 7 days like the previous years. I started again on March 24th, which lasted 15 days. Again on May 5th, which lasted for 20 days. Again on June 18th, lasted for 19 days. Then on July 12th until now. All the months have been spotting, only having to change 1-3 pads a day. Any idea what could be wrong? I have never been pregnant and the only medication I am taking is citirizine for allergies.
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You don't have to have cysts to have PCOS.  That's what Dr. Brown meant when she said that PCOS is an unfortunate (and confusing if you ask me) name.  While the presence of ovarian cysts is very common in this syndrome, it is not necessary for the diagnosis.
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Hi!
If you were my patient, I would advise you that you have PCOS.  PCOS is an unfortunate name for a group conditions in which hormonal imbalance causes irregular periods.  The condition is very common, especially in patients who are overweight.  You should see a doctor for help regulating your periods.  Untreated PCOS can put you at increased risk for cancer of the uterus.
Good luck!
Dr B
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Doctor that did an ultrasound at 16 never found cysts, polyps, or fibroids.
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