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Before you book

A PCOS symptoms checklist to think through

Questions about your periods, weight, hair, skin and energy to bring to a doctor. There is no score and no diagnosis here.

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  • Plain questions, no scoring
  • Helps you prepare for a consultation
  • Not a test and not a diagnosis

How to use this checklist

PCOS looks different in every woman. Some have irregular periods, some notice weight or hair changes, and some have very few signs. This page is simply a list of questions to help you notice patterns and put them into words before you speak to a doctor.

There is no score at the end. Answering yes to some of these questions does not mean you have PCOS, and answering no does not mean you do not. Only a doctor can diagnose PCOS, usually with your history, an examination and tests.

Questions about your cycle and body

Think about the last six to twelve months, and write down what you notice.

  • Are your periods far apart, unpredictable or sometimes missing for months?
  • Are your periods very heavy, very light or painful in a way that has changed?
  • Have you noticed weight gain, particularly around the middle, or found it hard to lose weight even when you eat carefully?
  • Have you noticed thicker or darker hair on the face, chin, chest or stomach?
  • Do you have acne that keeps coming back, or oily skin?
  • Do you have thinning hair on your scalp?
  • Have you noticed darker, velvety patches of skin on the neck, underarms or groin?

Questions about energy, mood and daily life

  • Do you feel very tired in the afternoon or crave sweets and chai often?
  • Is your sleep poor, or do you wake up tired?
  • Do you feel low, anxious or under pressure about your periods, your weight or what family expects of you?
  • Does anyone in your family have PCOS, diabetes or thyroid problems?
  • Are you planning a pregnancy, or have you been trying without success?
  • Which medicines and supplements do you take at the moment, and who prescribed them?
  • Which tests or ultrasounds have you had in the last year, and do you have the reports?

Feeling worried or ashamed about any of this is common. A good consultation should be respectful and private, and you can take things at your own pace.

Write your notes down and bring them to a doctor. If you would like a consultation with Dietitian Sadia Ahmad, you can use the short form or message the dietitian's desk on WhatsApp at +92 331 866 2680. Her approach and how she works are on the dietitian profile, and fees are on the pricing page.

Please see a doctor or go to emergency care in person, rather than using WhatsApp, if you have very heavy or prolonged bleeding, severe pelvic pain, signs of a pregnancy complication, fainting, or you feel very unwell.

What this page is and is not

This checklist is information and support to help you prepare. It is not a test, a diagnosis or a replacement for an in-person examination. Please speak to your own doctor before starting, stopping or changing any medicine, and do not make decisions about diet or treatment from a list of questions.

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How it works

  1. Step 1

    Share a few details

    Fill in the short form or message us on WhatsApp.

  2. Step 2

    Consultation

    Sadia reviews your history and any reports with you.

  3. Step 3

    Your plan

    You get a personal diet and lifestyle plan and follow-up.

Request a consultation

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Questions about best pcos doctor in Pakistan

Can this checklist tell me if I have PCOS?

No. This is a list of questions to think about, not a test, and it has no score. PCOS is diagnosed by a doctor who considers your history, an examination and tests such as blood work and an ultrasound. Use the checklist to prepare for that conversation rather than to decide anything yourself.

What if I only have one or two of these signs?

Having a few of these signs does not mean you have PCOS, as many of them have other causes too, including thyroid conditions. Equally, you can have PCOS with very few obvious signs. If something is bothering you, it is reasonable to speak to a doctor and ask what tests make sense.

Which tests might a doctor suggest?

That depends on your history and symptoms. A doctor may ask about blood tests such as fasting insulin, lipid profile, HbA1c, thyroid tests and DHEA-S, and a pelvic ultrasound. Your own doctor decides which are right for you, so please do not arrange or interpret tests alone based on a list.

Is it fine to book if I am unmarried?

Yes. Consultations are private and respectful, and you do not need to explain your marital status. Women of all ages and circumstances, married or unmarried, are welcome to ask about their periods, weight or hair growth. You can keep the request form brief and share detail only during the consultation.

Should I bring this checklist to my consultation?

It can help. Many women find it easier to talk once they have written down their answers, along with a list of medicines, any reports and their questions. You do not need to fill in anything perfectly. Rough notes about your periods and your main worries are enough for a first conversation.

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