What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Polycystic ovary syndrome, widely known as PCOS, is an endocrine system disorder that affects women in their reproductive years. Small fluid-filled sacs develop on the ovaries. It is also known as or Stein-Leventhal Syndrome.
Common symptoms include changes to the menstrual cycle and excess hair growth. Untreated, it can lead to infertility and other complications. The exact cause is unknown.
Early diagnosis and treatment are recommended. Weight loss may also decrease the risk of associated health risks, such as insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
PCOS is one of the most common hormonal endocrine disorders affecting 8-20 percent of women, many of whom do not have a diagnosis.
PCOS is linked to the development of other medical conditions, such as insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
More than half of women with PCOS develop type 2 diabetes before the age of 40 years.
Around 70 percent of ovulatory fertility issues are related to PCOS.
Most women with PCOS grow a number of small cysts, or fluid-filled sacs, on their ovaries. The cysts are not harmful, but they can lead to an imbalance in hormone levels. Women with PCOS may also experience menstrual cycle abnormalities, increased androgen (sex hormone) levels, excess hair growth, acne, and obesity. In addition to the many health conditions associated with PCOS, which will be discussed in this article, PCOS is the most common cause of infertility in women – because it can prevent ovulation. Women who can conceive with PCOS have a higher incidence of miscarriage, gestational diabetes, pregnancy-induced high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and premature delivery.
CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS
Currently, there is no known cause of PCOS. However, there are associations with excess insulin, low-grade inflammation, and genetics.
There are several health risks associated with PCOS.
These include:
type 2 diabetes
infertility
high cholesterol
elevated lipids
sleep apnea
liver disease
abnormal uterine bleeding
high blood pressure
obesity possibly leading to issues with low self-esteem and depression
metabolic syndrome
nonalcoholic fatty liver (steatohepatitis)
depression and anxiety
Also, there is an increased risk of endometrial cancer, gestational diabetes, pregnancy-induced high blood pressure, heart attacks, and miscarriage.
irregular menses
excess androgen levels
sleep apnea
high stress levels
high blood pressure
skin tags
infertility
acne, oily skin, and dandruff
high cholesterol and triglycerides acanthosis nigricans, or dark patches of skin
fatigue
female pattern balding
insulin resistance
type 2 diabetes
pelvic pain
depression and anxiety
weight management difficulties including weight gain or difficulty losing weight excessive facial and body hair growth, known as hirsutism
decreased libido
SOME HOMEOPATHY MEDICINES FOR PCOS
CONIUM MACULATUM
APIS MELLIFICA
CALCAREA FLOURICA
THUJA
CALCAREA CARBONICA
MANAGEMENT OF PCOS
Following life style managements can work very well for Females suffering from PCOS
These include:
eating a healthy, well-balanced diet including plenty of fruits and vegetables
participating in regular physical activity
maintaining a healthy weight, to reduce androgen levels and reduce the risk of diseases such as diabetes and heart disease
not smoking, as this increases levels of androgens and the risk of heart disease
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