Dr. Ruchika Vij, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Pittsburgh, PA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2015 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Ruchika Vij, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and ALLEGHENY CLINIC.
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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. Ruchika Vij, MD graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2015. She completed residency at Ohio State University Medical Center. She has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2015)
Residency: Ohio State University Medical Center
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
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Dr. Ruchika Vij sees patients in Pittsburgh, PA and McCandless, PA. Her medical specialty is general obstetrics & gynecology. Dr. Vij's areas of expertise include sexually transmitted diseases (STds), labor and delivery (childbirth), and contraception (birth control). Patient reviews placed her at an average of 4.5 stars (out of 5). She attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and subsequently trained at Ohio State University Medical Center for residency. She is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network (AHN).