| abstract |
The present invention is directed to a method of treating polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCO) with calcium alone, with vitamin D alone, or with the combination calcium and vitamin D. This invention further provides a method of treating infertility in a woman which comprises administering to the subject an amount of calcium or a derivative thereof effective to treat the infertility. The present invention is also directed to a method of treating irregular menses (oligo/amenorrhea), acne, or hirsutism, insulin resistance, or infertility which comprises administering a combination of calcium or a derivative thereof and vitamin D or a derivative thereof in an amount effective to treat irregular menses (oligo/amenorrhea), acne, or hirsutism, insulin resistance, or infertility. This invention also provides a method of preventing polycystic ovarian syndrome which comprises administering to the subject a combination of vitamin D or a derivative thereof and calcium or a derivative thereof in an amount effective to prevent the onset of polycystic ovarian syndrome. |