What is the normal size of the ovaries in polycystic ovaries?

The ovaries of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are often larger than those of normal women. Whether this is normal requires a comprehensive analysis of ultrasound images, symptoms, and hormone levels. If ultrasound shows that the ovarian volume is greater than 10 ml, accompanied by multiple follicles, usually ≥ 12, each with a diameter of 2-9 mm, it should be considered a manifestation of polycystic ovary and should be evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible.

1. Causes of polycystic ovary

Genetic factors: PCOS may be related to family heredity. If someone in the family suffers from a similar disease, women have a higher risk of developing the disease.

Environmental factors: Long-term unhealthy diet, high-sugar diet or lack of exercise can lead to obesity and insulin resistance, thereby inducing the occurrence of polycystic ovary.

Physiological factors: Endocrine disorders are the core cause, and patients usually show abnormal hormone levels, such as high androgen levels or excessive secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH).

Pathological factors: The presence of multiple immature follicles in the ovaries requires hormone level testing and comprehensive evaluation under the guidance of a professional doctor.

2. The harm of polycystic ovary

Polycystic ovary not only affects the size of the ovaries, but may also lead to menstrual abnormalities, infertility, metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance, increased hair growth, skin acne and other problems. If not intervened in time, it may lead to the risk of diabetes, endometrial cancer and other risks.

3. Treatment of polycystic ovary

Drug treatment:

1. Regulating hormones: such as short-acting oral contraceptives, used to improve menstrual cycle disorders and suppress high androgen levels.

2 Ovulation-inducing drugs: such as clomiphene, which is used to improve ovulation when patients want to prepare for pregnancy.

3 Anti-insulin resistance drugs: such as metformin, help improve insulin resistance and weight management.

Diet and exercise:

1. Control dietary calories: choose a low-sugar and low-fat diet, balance the diet structure, and promote healthy weight loss.

2 Increase the amount of exercise: At least 150 minutes of moderate to high intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking and swimming, can help improve weight and metabolic status.

Surgical treatment: If drug treatment is ineffective or the ovaries are significantly enlarged, laparoscopic ovarian drilling can be considered to help restore ovulation function.

Although the ovaries of patients with polycystic ovary may be larger than those of normal women, this does not completely equate to "abnormal". If a problem is found, you should consult a professional as soon as possible to confirm the diagnosis, and carry out systematic treatment under the guidance of a doctor through medication, lifestyle adjustment and other means to avoid the development of potential harm. If symptoms such as menstrual disorders and infertility occur, you should pay great attention and take action.