I've been struggling with irregular periods due to PCOS for years and haven't been able to get pregnant. We've been married for five years and really want to start a family. Are there any effective treatments that don't involve surgery?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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gynaecologist opinion is advised to the patient

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Answered 14/08/2025

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Just got another USG report and it's attached here. Could you take a look and let me know if surgery is really necessary or if there are other treatment options we could try? Really unsure about the next steps here.

kindly share report

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I'm currently in my first month of pregnancy and I'm taking folic acid and Duphaston 10mg tablets right now. I'm a bit worried about whether it's safe and beneficial to take Duphaston during pregnancy. Do you have any recommendations or advice on this?

yes it helps to maintain your pregnancy

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I'm in a bit of a dilemma here. I had a cerclage done at 20 weeks, and now I'm thinking about heading back to my hometown. The doctor mentioned it might be okay to travel after 28 weeks, but I'm still feeling unsure. I'm considering a long car trip of about 45 hours sometime during my 28th to 32nd week. Do you think that's safe?

Traveling between 28-32 weeks is generally considered safe for most women, but since you have a cervical cerclage, its important to discuss this in detail with your healthcare provider. If your doctor gives you the go-ahead and you are feeling well, taking necessary precautions during travel (frequent breaks, hydration, proper seatbelt use) should be fine. Avoid traveling if you're experiencing complications, and always have a backup plan for medical assistance.

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