Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – Dr Chanchal Sharma

What is PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder, a metabolic disorder of the endocrine system among women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have higher levels of male hormone (androgen), and prolonged or frequent menstrual periods. Numerous small collections of fluid (follicles) may also build up in the ovaries, and because of this, the ovaries may fail to release eggs on a regular basis.

The ovaries may also develop small cysts because of PCOS. The doctors do not know the exact cause of PCOS. Long-term complications such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes can be avoided with early diagnosis and treatment.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) could grow worse into a dangerous condition because it is a metabolic disorder. And that is why an early diagnosis and treatment can save the patient from many complications.

Obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and endometrium-related problems are among the complications that a severe PCOS condition may render. It can also cause other problems, such as excessive hair growth or hair thinning, and acne.

(Read More – What is PCOS and PCOD)

Complications (PCOS side effects) that PCOS can cause:

High blood pressure (also induced by pregnancy)
Infertility
Metabolic syndrome—multiple situations that may involve high blood sugar, high blood pressure, and abnormal cholesterol.
Sleep apnea
Type 2 pre-diabetes or diabetes
Abnormal uterine bleeding
Stress or depression
Eating disorders
Endometrial cancer (the uterine lining)
Premature birth or miscarriage

Causes of Polycystic ovary syndrome?

The causes of PCOS aren’t known exactly. But the following factors may contribute to this condition.

> Genes: Some researches show a link between PCOS and genes. So, there is also a possibility of its being genetic. Genes can affect one’s metabolic system of the endocrine.

> Insulin in excess: The pancreas produces insulin hormone that helps the body regulate blood sugar levels. If the body cells become resistant to the function of insulin, the blood sugar levels rise. Because of the rising blood sugar levels, the pancreas releases more insulin. Insulin in excess may be responsible for the increased levels of androgen production, which may cause troubles with ovulation.

> Androgen in excess: The ovaries produce androgen (a male hormone) in excess, which can disturb ovulation and also cause acne and hirsutism.

> Low-grade inflammation: It is the production of certain substances by the white blood cells in order to fight infection. In some research, women with PCOS have been found with low-grade inflammation that stimulates polycystic ovaries to release androgens, which may cause blood vessels and heart problems.

Symptoms of Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

The symptoms of PCOS may develop around the first menstrual period. Sometimes, some complications, such as obesity, take place first and PCOS develops later. Signs and symptoms of it could be different for different women. But, women should have at least two of the symptoms mentioned below to have a doubt that it could be PCOS.

Excessive androgen. Increased levels of male hormones including androgen may manifest in physical signs, such as body hair, facial hair, and occasionally male-pattern baldness or acne.
Irregularity in periods. Guess what could be the most common sign of PCOS? It is irregular, infrequent, abnormally heavy periods, and prolonged periods
Cysts in the ovaries. The ovaries may contain follicles that cover the eggs and become swollen. As a result, the ovaries may not work properly.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment In Delhi

PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Doctor Chanchal Sharma runs Aasha Ayurvedic Clinic in Delhi. She is an ayurvedic expert in treating gynecological problems, such as heavy periods, PCOS/PCOD, uterine fibroids endometriosis, blocked fallopian tubes, infertility and so on.

If you compare ayurvedic and allopathic treatments for PCOS, you may find ayurvedic treatment better because it is an effective treatment with natural herbs and therapies. Some of the herbs that are used for gynecological problems are turmeric, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, chandraprabha gulika, shatavari choorna, ashwagandha choorna, kumaryasvam, yograj guggulu and more.

Some of the highly-effective therapies for gynecological problems are ahara, vamana, uttarvasti, rasayana, langhans, virechana, nasya and panchkarma.

Treatment for PCOS: Ayurvedic treatment for PCOS

There are a few ayurvedic tips that can help you improve your condition.

Exercise or yoga. For exercise, you can go for a long walk, jog or even join a gym. When you exercise regularly, the condition and strength of your body improve. Hormonal system and the immune system function better. Internal organs also function better. And you have little chance of developing diabetes, heart disease or stress. Yoga is also effective in this context. Several yogic postures are good for the health of the reproductive system.
Healthy diet. Junk foods or unhealthy diets can cause a lot of damage to the body, including its metabolic and endocrine systems. A healthy diet is important for keeping the body healthy.
Remain stress-free. High stress can also trouble the functioning of the body. Therefore, you had better remain free from stress. In your daily routine, also include those activities that help you release your stress. Or you can also take ayurvedic therapies to release your stress.
Know your medicines. When your doctor prescribes you medicines or you buy over-the-counter pills you ask your doctors what side effects these medicines can have on your hormonal or reproductive system.
Avoid smoking and alcohol. Nowadays as stress is increasing in people’s lives, many of them take support of smoking or alcohol to bring their stress levels down. At that time, they may forget their stress, but this way of coping with stress is dangerous. Because these harmful substances can harm the body, including the lungs, liver, kidneys, heart, reproductive system and also the balance of hormones.

Ayurvedic treatment of PCOD/PCOS in Delhi – Meet best PCOD/PCOS doctor Chanchal Sharma : 91- 9811773770

Take away

Ayurveda provides Natural Treatment for PCOS. Ayurveda uses

Herbs such as turmeric, shatavari and ashwagandha
Therapies such as uttarvasti, vamana, virechana, breathing exercises and yoga.
Changes in lifestyle and diet