Yes, women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can become pregnant. PCOS can affect ovulation, which may make it more challenging to conceive, but it does not mean that you cannot get pregnant. Many women with PCOS get pregnant either naturally or with the help of medical treatments.
Fertility issues in PCOS
PCOS often causes irregular ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary) or anovulation (not ovulating at all), which is one of the primary reasons why women with PCOS might struggle with fertility. However, some women with PCOS may ovulate sporadically or even regularly, and pregnancy can occur during those times.
Treatment Options
Simple diet and exercise can help resume ovulation and get you pregnant without any medication. Maintaining a healthy weight helps to manage insulin levels and hormonal imbalances, both of which improve fertility. If you are overweight, losing even 10% of your weight can have a positive impact on ovulation. Remember, if you are trying to lose weight, diet has a 70% role in weight loss. Reduce carbs like wheat, rice, sugar, sweets, and fried food. And of course, increase your physical activity as much as you can.
If lifestyle modification alone does not get the desired result, medicines can be used to stimulate ovulation, in addition to diet and exercise. And if pregnancy is still not achieved, IVF can be tried.
With the right PCOS treatment plan, many women with PCOS successfully conceive. It is important to start by speaking to a fertility specialist who can guide you through your options based on your age, specific symptoms, health history, and goals.