Patient records
Name: Thiri Aung
Age: 19
Nationality: Myanmar
Diagnosis: Polycystic ovary syndrome
Treatment Hospital: Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University (Red House Hospital)
“I felt like an inflated balloon, looking at my face covered in acne and excess fat in the mirror, I felt like a stranger.” Thiri, a 19-year-old girl from Yangon, Myanmar, was contacted by her mother online . Her voice was soft on the other end of the phone . In the past two years, she had gained 20 kilograms, her periods were only every few months, and her face and back were covered in acne. Local doctors diagnosed her with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and prescribed metformin and birth control pills, but the side effects made her nauseous, and her weight continued to increase. This disease was like a curse, stealing her youth and confidence.
Thiri's mother was extremely anxious, worried not only about her daughter's health but also her future fertility and mental well-being. We understand that simply prescribing medication is the most inadequate approach for an adolescent with PCOS. Our team launched the "Youth Care" service pathway, emphasizing not only treating the physical symptoms but also addressing the emotional and psychological needs.
We recommended the Department of Reproductive Endocrinology at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University (Red House Hospital) and highlighted its multidisciplinary PCOS full-lifecycle management clinic. Our medical specialist told Thiri that her body was like a "metabolically disordered garden," and the Red House's expert team would teach her how to "improve the soil," not just "prune the branches."
We coordinated a joint consultation for Thiri involving a gynecological endocrinologist, a clinical nutritionist, and a psychologist. Before traveling to Shanghai, our case manager guided her through an app to start keeping a diet and exercise diary. In Shanghai, the nutritionist created a personalized weight-loss diet plan tailored to Southeast Asian tastes, while the psychologist guided her to accept her body changes and alleviate anxiety. The doctor adjusted her medication regimen and set realistic, phased goals.
Six months later, we received a selfie from Thiri. The girl in the photo had lost weight, her face was clear, and she confidently flashed a "V" sign at the camera. She captioned the photo, "My periods are finally regular. More importantly, I've regained the courage to look in the mirror. Thank you for breaking this 'curse' for me."