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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or Disease (PCOS/PCOD) is a hormonal disorder that affects women in their reproductive age. PCOS is a common health condition that affects teen and young women, it is seen in 1 out of 10 women in their childbearing age.
The reproductive system of women is controlled by the complex interplay of primarily 5 Reproductive Hormones Namely Estrogen, Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone, Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Progesterone and Luteinizing Hormone. An imbalance within these hormones leads to a hormonal disorder called the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) among women of reproductive age.
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is marked by the breakdown of reproductive hormones in women of childbearing age.Along with havoc in female hormonal control, ovaries release abnormal amounts of androgen (male hormones). This hormonal breakdown results in irregular or prolonged menstrual periods, excessive body hair, acne and hair loss. Polycystic ovaries may fail to develop follicles and regularly release eggs, causing difficulty in conceiving a pregnancy.
What are the causes of PCOS or PCOD?
There are no certain causes of PCOS, however the contributing factors include:
What are the signs and symptoms of PCOS or PCOD?
Some women start experiencing symptoms around the time of their first period. Signs and symptoms of PCOS may vary; however, the symptoms are generally more severe in obese patients. Some of the commonly reported signs and symptoms of PCOS include: These include:
What are the possible complications of PCOS or PCOD?
Some of the possible complications of PCOS are:
How is PCOS or PCOD diagnosed?
We are able to diagnose PCOS on the basis of:
Medical history: To get detailed information about menstrual periods and weight changes Presence of at least two of the following symptoms is indicative of PCOS:
Physical examination
Tests:
How is PCOS or PCOD treated?
Treatment of PCOS primarily focuses on management of underlying issues like infertility, obesity etc. Management is primarily with medications or lifestyle changes:
Medications for:
What lifestyle modifications could be beneficial for women with PCOS?
How can PCOS affect pregnancy?
Women with PCOS may face problems of:
PCOD & Ayurveda:
This condition is closely associated with the condition named Artavakshaya. It has been described as deficiency or loss of artava, artava (Menstrual period) not appears in time or is delayed, is scanty and it does not last for three days.
Pain in vagina also can be seen. According to Ayurveda, Aartava-kshaya is a disorder involving Pitta and Kapha doshas, Medas, Ambu/Rasa, Shukra/Artava Dhatu and Rasa, Rakta, Artava Vaha Srotas. Therefore, Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome can also be described with same involvement of Dosha, Dhatu and Upadhatu Kapha predominance manifests as increased weight, subfertility, hirsutium, diabetic tendencies and coldness. Pitta predominance manifests as hair loss, acne, painful menses, clots and heart problems. Vata predominance manifests with painful menses, scanty or less menstrual blood and severe menstrual irregularity.
The pathology is an obstruction in the pelvic cavity (Apana Kshetra) causing disorders in the flow of Vata. This in turn leads to an accumulation of Kapha and Pitta.
The treatment principle is to clear obstruction in the pelvis, normalize metabolism and regulate the menstrual system (Aartava Dhatu). Kapha reducing, insulin enhancing and hormone rebalancing drugs help to the relieve symptoms of Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome.
Since PCOD is a condition of Ama accumulation, the treatment should focus on Detoxification/Reduction or Shodana Chikitsa in order to remove the ama and get the doshas back into their original locations
Therefore, Pancha Karma is indicated along with Agneya Chikitsa. Most importantly, the liver should be cleansed or tonified as it has a role in menstruation and hormone production
The treatment focuses on balancing the imbalances in the person and not on the treatment of the disease or its symptoms. For which Shamana Chikitsa (Palliative researched Ayurvedic medicines) and Rasayana Chikitsa (Rejuvenation). Diet restrictions, life style modifications, Stress Management are also the essential factors practiced for the best possible results.
Indeed, it is in the treatment of complex diseases such as PCOD that the gifts of Ayurveda can be truly appreciated.
At Vardhan Ayurveda Hospital, we are providing highly effective treatment for PCOD. We have experienced best treatment success rate in treating PCOS through Ayurveda.
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Dr. Madhuri Vardhan M.D (Ayu); Ph.D; (Prasuthi & StreeRoga) plays many roles for the Institute. She is the Leading Ayurvedic Gynecologist & Infertility Specialist taking care of the Female Clientele with high percentage of results mainly in Infertility, Menstrual Disorders, Bleeding Problems, Pre & Post-Menopausal Conditions, Ante Natal
Vardhan Ayurveda Hospital – The Leading “Ayurveda Wellness Brand” today, needs no introduction was Founded by “Wellness Guru” Dr Vardhan MD (Ayu); Ph.D; MS (Counselling & Psychotherapy) in the year 1999 at Basheerbagh, Hyderabad with an aim to provide high quality, personalized, compassionate & Purest hands of Ayurveda.
Dr. Madhuri Vardhan M.D (Ayu); Ph.D; (Prasuthi & StreeRoga) plays many roles for the Institute. She is the Leading Ayurvedic Gynecologist & Infertility Specialist taking care of the Female Clientele with high percentage of results mainly in Infertility, Menstrual Disorders, Bleeding Problems, Pre & Post-Menopausal Conditions, Ante Natal
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