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Dr. Nikhila K. Janakiram, MD is an endocrinologist in Los Gatos, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Nikhila K. Janakiram, MD is affiliated with El Camino Health and Sutter Health.
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. Nikhila K. Janakiram, MD graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She completed residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital. She is certified by the Board Certification: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism and has a state license in California.
Medical School: George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Residency: Huntington Memorial Hospital
Board Certification: Board Certification: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
Licensed In: California
Dr. Nikhila K. Janakiram, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Nikhila K. Janakiram, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only, Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO), Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, 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... 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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Dr. Nikhila Janakiram practices adult endocrinology. These areas are among her clinical interests: foot problems, parathyroid cancer, and osteoporosis. She can take Anthem, Blue California, HealthSmart, and more. Dr. Janakiram studied medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Her training includes a residency program at Huntington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Janakiram's professional affiliations include El Camino Health and Sutter Health. According to Sutter Health, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Mountain View, CA.
