Cost for PCOS investigations privately?

[Fuzzyduck21]

Hi all

I have never had regular cycles. As a teenager I probably had one to four a year. I then went onto the pill and then the implant. I had the implant removed in Dec 13 and since then I have had 2 cycles. Now I know this is only 8 months and compared to most of you this is nothing but I am a little concerned.

I had a scan in Jan as I was having excruciating pain in abdomen and tops of legs. This revealed enlarged ovaries and lots of follicles but was understandably told this could be as a result of the implant and that I should wait before any further investigations.

I went back to doc recently to explain my concerns and was given a blood test. Everything came back ok but testosterone was towards the higher side of normal but they insisted as it was in normal range nothing further would be done.

I do plan to wait a few more months before seeking further advice but I wondered if anyone had a rough idea how much it might cost to have another scan to check ovaries and a consultation with someone to rule out pcos. Nhs want me to have been trying for 2 years but i am not really able to try as I rarely have periods or ovulate.

I would really appreciate any advice you can give me!

[farfallarocks]

No periods should be investigated regardless of whether you are trying to conceive so do push the GP for a referral.
Blood tests are only helpful in about half of PCOS cases.
You really need to have an ultrasound scan of your ovaries so see if they are polycystic. Do you have any other symptoms, acne, facial hair etc?

I can recommend Mr Michael Dooley, he specialises in PCOS and has a lovely manner. A consultation and scan will probably cost about £300.