PCOS is characterised by irregular periods - possibly even a complete absence of periods. The diagnosis also includes increased androgenisation (male hormones) and the typical sonographic image of the ovaries. If two of the three symptoms are present, PCOS can be assumed. The cause of PCOS is not known, so we treat the symptoms of this hormonal disorder as part of the therapy.

PCOS can be accompanied by a sugar utilisation disorder. We can use a sugar load test to determine whether a disorder is present. To do this, the patient drinks a high-dose sugar solution and gives several blood samples. The concentration of the blood sugar value provides information about a possible sugar utilisation disorder.

If you are trying to conceive, low-dose hormonal therapy with subsequent cycle monitoring is often sufficient.

AGS must be distinguished from PCOS, which can sometimes be accompanied by similar symptoms. However, the cause of AGS is a proven genetic change. The treatment depends on the symptoms and whether or not the patient wishes to have children.

There is a wide range of hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives to choose from. If you have no pre-existing conditions or particular risks, your gynaecologist can give you the best advice on the contraceptive method that is best for you. In special situations (after a thrombosis, in the case of secondary illnesses or similar), we are happy to provide individual advice.

Sometimes the period does not come (amenorrhoea), only comes very rarely (oligomenorrhoea) or comes too frequently (polymenorrhoea). The causes can be very varied, and a hormone analysis in the blood usually helps to find the cause. We will be happy to advise you on all cycle disorders and recommend a personalised therapy. If you are trying to conceive, you can find detailed information on the website of our UniFee fertility centre.

There are different phases of the menopause - the duration (up to several years) and the severity of the symptoms can also vary greatly. Treatment of menopausal symptoms always makes sense if you are suffering a lot from the symptoms. Even if hormone therapy harbours some risks, we can provide you with competent advice and explain the advantages and disadvantages of hormone therapy.

Trans*people require individualised counselling and long-term care - psychological, endocrinological, surgical and sexual-medical. Psychological/psychiatric treatment and diagnosis must take place before hormone therapy, which means that referral to us and the start of hormone therapy can only take place after a psychiatric report has been submitted. However, you are also welcome to contact us in advance if you have any questions.