How do you know if you're developing cysts? - PCOS UK (Verity)

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How do you know if you're developing cysts?

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I've just been diagnosed with PCOS with a low SHBG, <12 follicles in both ovaries, normal FAI and ovaries are normal size and volume.I just had a few questions...

What does the amount of follicles mean? Are this mini cysts?

How do you know if a cyst is growing? Is painful and is there any way of reducing the risk of a growing cyst?

They've suggested hormone treatment, however I think I'm going to try and treat it through lifestyle as I've never reacted well to hormones.

Thanks in advance!

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if SHBG is low you should also get your thyroid checked.

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