I've been dealing with irregular periods for about 7 years nowthey only happen every 6 or 7 months. In an ultrasound, they found out I have polycystic ovaries. I'm worried about how this might affect my health and future. Can you help me understand what's going on and what steps I should take?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

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Your irregular periods and polycystic ovaries diagnosis suggest Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder; consult a gynecologist

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Consult a Endocrinologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been practicing intermittent fasting for quite a while now, and it's really helped me shed a lot of fat. Plus, I do a 36-hour fast once every month. But recently, I found out I have Hypothyroidism and I'm now on thyroxine tablets on an empty stomach every morning, and I take a Vitamin D3 tablet once a week. I did mention my fasting routine to my doctor, but I completely forgot to ask if it's okay to keep doing it with my thyroid meds. And since he didn't say I should stop, I'm kind of unsure. So, is it safe to continue intermittent fasting while taking thyroid medication, or should I be concerned?

Yes you can continue fasting while on thyroid medicines In fact if you loose weight your metabolic status might get better Continue the thyroid replacement also

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I'm a bit concerned because I had an ultrasound, and it showed a 0.3 CM nodule in my thyroid. The doctor mentioned that I don't need a biopsy, but I'm wondering if I should consider getting a second opinion. What do you think?

If Your Thyroid levels are normal and you have no symptoms, repeat USG after 3 months and consult general surgeon for appropriate treatment

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How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?

Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.

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