Socioeconomic status

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Unfortunately, regardless of the type of treatment you attempt, there are often financial burdens associated with the regimens. To begin, supplements and treatments lack insurance coverage, making them financially implausible for some women. While it is true that certain lifestyle changes can be affordable, resources like dietitians, gym facilities and healthy foods are also not covered by insurance plans like Medicare and, therefore, present a financial barrier. Although effective, holistic options may not be feasible depending on the extent of your financial needs. If money is inhibiting your ability to try different treatments, social workers and discounts from your provider may be useful to explore. 

 

On the other hand, doctor appointments and prescription medications are more likely to be covered by insurance, making standard treatments a more realistic option for women with low socioeconomic status. However, you may not have insurance and, even if you do, copays may still contribute to unaffordable medical bills. Not to mention, certain plans restrict the number of visits per year, which is not conducive to long-term management necessary in PCOS.

 

The presence of financial barriers for both prescription medications and holistic solutions points to a broader issue regarding the accessibility of proper healthcare for women. Although it is true that standard medical treatments may be more conducive to overcoming financial instability, it still persists regardless of the treatment option. In the current state of healthcare, you have to pick the option that presents less financial hardships, even if neither option is perfectly equitable. 

 

**FINANCIAL RESOURCES IN MICHIGAN:

 https://www.womenscentersemi.org/finances 

 

**FINANCIAL RESOURCES FOR OTHER STATES:

https://childcare.gov/consumer-education/financial-assistance-for-families