Alternatives to taking corticosteroids?Please Help!?
my endocrinoligist prescribed me dexamethasone for what he called elevated levels in testosterone. He said if I ever want to own kids I need to get this hormone within improved ranges. Well, I HATE the med. It makes me ravenous, moody, and bloated! I refuse to give somebody a lift it. I do understand though that I need to get my testosterone level down. He said this med is the only option I have. I'm hoping thats not true, and that here is something else I can do? I'd prefer to take a natural supplement to help beside this- if there is one? Or would a lifestyle change help? Any suggestions or insights are appreciated. Thanks a bunch!
Answers:    It sounds resembling you are suffering from PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome [PCOS]. Natural treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome is multifactorial.

Lifestyle. Exercise and weight reduction have be shown to be highly beneficial in the treatment of PCOS and its symptoms. Exercise can helps cut back on weight, regulate menstrual cycles, and reduce risk factors for diabetes and heart disease which are associated beside PCOS.

PCOS Diet. Women with PCOS respond well to a low glycemic index, low simple carbohydrate, low animal product, high fiber diet which help reduce weight, regulate blood sugar and insulin levels, and slim down inflammatory prostaglandins.

Nutritional Therapy. Depending on your specific presentation of PCOS, there are a variety of nutritional therapies which will be considered. Nutritional therapy can help to regulate blood sugar and insulin levels, reduce circulating androgens, advance ovarian function, improve fertility, reduce risk of heart disease, and support liver detoxification of estrogens.

Herbal Therapy. Depending on your symptoms of PCOS, a variety of herbal therapy may be considered. The goal of herbal medicine might include: reducing circulating androgens, optimizing ovarian function, and supporting optimal endocrine function.

I would suggest visiting a licensed ND [doctor of naturopathy] for a full workup and recommendation on the treatment plan best for your personal situation.

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