PCOS is a disorder caused due to hormonal imbalance. Nowadays PCOS is common in women of reproductive age. In this blog let us understand what are female PCOS symptoms. Before going into the symptoms of PCOS let us understand what PCOS exactly is.
PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome) is caused due to internal hormonal imbalances that result in menstrual irregularities. These hormonal imbalances can be caused due to various reasons.
Causes of PCOS:
- Androgen excess
- Insulin resistance
- Genetic factors:
- Environmental factors like:
- Obesity
- Diet & Life style
Risk Factors:
- Obesity
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Consumption of a diet high in sugar and saturated fatty acids
- Stress
- Family history of diabetes, PCOS, and other endocrinological disorders
What happens in PCOD:
The female hypo-thalamic-pituitary ovarian axis is a synchronized and tightly regulated network that regulates the female reproductive functions. This can get affected by different factors and cause disruption in the HPO axis function. Impaired hypothalamic-pituitary feedback produces persistent hyperandrogenism.
In PCOS there is increased secretion of LH hormone. This results in delayed maturation of ovum or eggs. Increased amount of LH is mostly observed due to modern lifestyle, which promotes production of many small cysts instead of one mature ova resulting in the enlargement of ovary.
FEMALE PCOS SYMPTOMS:
- Irregular periods:
– You’re getting your period less often than usual (maybe fewer than 9 times a year)
– Your periods are super far apart (more than 35 days)
– Your periods last longer than they used to
– You’re having trouble getting pregnant
- Scanty or heavy bleeding during menses
- Too much androgen:
-High levels of androgen can result in excess hair growth in face and body.
-In some cases acne and male-pattern baldness can be seen.
- Fertility issues: PCOS is a common cause of infertility due to ovulation problems.
- Mood changes: Some of the women may experience mood swings, anxiety or depression.
- Dark pigmentation of skin: Some women may develop dark pigmentation around the neck, groin and axilla.
What are signs of PCOS:
- Infrequent or unpredictable menstrual cycles
- Pimples or acne on the face, chest or back.
- Excess hair growth on face and body
- Unexplained weight gain
- Thinning of hair or male pattern baldness
- Darkness in neck, armpits and groin
- Feeling tired or exhausted
How can I confirm if I have PCOS?
- Consult a healthcare professional and get the tests advised by the doctor.
- Usual investigations done are:
- Hormonal studies- which include FSH, LH, AMH and TSH
- Ultrasound abdomen- Transvaginal sonography for sexually active females and ultrasound abdomen for females not sexually active.
- Blood sugar testing
- Lipid profile: To assess cholesterol and triglyceride levels which can be affected by PCOS.
Treatment of PCOS:
Allopathic treatment:
Conventional treatment involves birth control pills, and fertility medications. But these hormonal pills have many side effects like nausea and vomiting, breast tenderness, mood changes, weight gain, headaches, changes in menstrual cycles and blood clots. Moreover these hormonal pills can give only temporary relief.
Homeopathy for PCOS:
In homeopathy PCOS, can be treated from the root. In homoeopathy, detailed history of patient is taken. This involves the symptoms of the patient, their lifestyle and their emotional plane. A homeopath understands the patient as a person along with the disease symptoms.
This helps in selecting individualized constitutional medicine tailored for the patient’s specific needs. Homeopathic medicines are obtained from natural substances, and does not give any side effects. These medicine goes to the root and treat the internal hormonal imbalance. These medicine helps in preventing further relapse and complete cure without recurrence.
What Ccube homeopathy can do for you?
Ccube homoeopathy led by Dr Rashmi Chandwani, has helped many women get free of PCOS. Dr Chandwani and her team, take a detailed case history covering every minute detail. After detailed analysis of case, a highly individualized homeopathic remedy is prescribed. These medicine act on the root internal hormonal imbalances and treats the disease from its root. Along with medication, lifestyle changes are also advised which helps in quick recovery.
Conclusion:
PCOS can be a worrying condition. But with right homeopathic medicine and timely intervention one can be free of PCOS. PCOS can affect mentally and physically. Mood swings, depression and anxiety can haunt the person affected with PCOD with irregular menstruation. Don’t worry! We are here to help you.
Book an appointment with us @ccube homeopathy and live a life free of PCOS.
