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Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD is an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD is affiliated with Sutter Health.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.
Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.
The symptoms of PCOS include:
PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.
Treatment for PCOS may include:
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.
Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She completed residency at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center. She is certified by the Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism - Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.
Medical School: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Residency: Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center
Board Certification: Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism - Internal Medicine
Licensed In: California
Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Amita A. Risbud, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, WellCare, Health Net Medicare Advantage HMO, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Alliance PPO, Magellan Health Services, HealthSmart, Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including..., Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....
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