Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome PCOD/PCOS
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome PCOD/PCOS is a common occurrence in girls and in women. The condition exhibits itself shortly after puberty and may follow through until adulthood. Though there may not be a single point of treatment, we at Motherhood approach these issues with a holistic view. Although PCOS is relatively common, it is best to address the condition at the earliest.
According to a study conducted by PCOS society, one in every 10 women in India has Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common endocrinal system disorder among women of reproductive age. And out of every 10 women diagnosed with PCOS, six are teenage girls.
Typical PCOD/PCOS symptoms:
Girls and women suffering from Polycystic ovary syndrome exhibit a range of PCOS symptoms. Most of the symptoms begin shortly after puberty and they can also develop during late teens and into early adulthood. The symptoms include:
- Weight Gain
- Fatigue
- Unwanted Hair Growth
- Thinning of Hair
- Infertility
- Excess acne
- Pelvic Pain
- Constant Headaches
- Irregular Sleeping Patterns
- Mood Changes
Effects of PCOD / PCOS
Girls with PCOD/PCOS usually experience the following effects-
- Irregular periods or amenorrhea and heavy or scanty bleeding during menses. Doctors also look for elevated levels of the male hormone androgen (testosterone) and polycystic ovaries.
- With PCOS, women can develop cysts due to ovaries not being released on time. The follicles keep growing and form multiple cysts, which appear like “a string of pearls”. Women are also likely to develop PCOS if their mother or sister also has this condition.
- Women with PCOS have a higher risk of developing complications such as hypertension, high cholesterol, anxiety and depression, sleep apnea, heart attack, diabetes and endometrial, ovarian & breast cancer.
- Women who have PCOS also have a higher rate of miscarriage, gestational diabetes and premature delivery.
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Gyneaworld IVF & Fertility Center in Pune, Managing PCOD/ PCOS with medical therapies
There are a number of different medical therapies used to manage the different symptoms of PCOD/ PCOS, including for periods, fertility, excess hair, acne and weigh.
- the oral contraceptive pill
- insulin sensitising drugs such as Metformin
- hormones that are called gonadotrophins
- testosterone lowering drugs
- weight loss drugs
- antidepressants
- anti-anxiety drugs.
Treatment for PCOD/PCOS
PCOS is diagnosed after considering the signs and symptoms, body mass index, blood hormonal level test etc. Medications are given to regulate the menstrual cycle, reduce the symptoms of PCOS, and improve the nutrition in the body.
PCOS treatment mainly includes switching into a healthier lifestyle. Total cure for polycystic ovarian disease is yet to be figured out. However, proper exercise and regular nutrition intake can bring down the discomforts created due to PCOS.
Hormone therapy is a major treatment procedure for PCOD? PCOS. Hormonal birth control pills are prescribed to limit the production of reproductive hormones in women with PCOS.
Treatments are available At Birth Company IVF & Fertility Center,for women with PCOD/PCOS for becoming pregnant as well. You doctor will advise you about getting pregnant and the precautions to be taken if you are suffering from PCOS.
If you are diagnosed with PCOS, it is important to do your health check-up at regular intervals as you are at higher risk for developing other diseases.
the Gynaeworld IVF & Fertility Center provides affordable and effective PCOD/PCOS treatment in PUNE.
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The Gynaeworld IVF & Fertility Center Pune
Phone No: +919370090000 / +91 9260040000
Address: 1066-A, Chatushrungi Rd, near Om super market, Model Colony, Shivajinagar, Pune,
Maharashtra 411016