PCOD/PCOS

First of all it is important to understand that PCOD is different from Ovarian Cyst. Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a problem caused by hormonal imbalance in women. It can lead to irregular periods or menses and can make it challenging to conceive. The biggest issue with PCOD apart from hormonal imbalance is weight gain and facial hair growth. Apart from this in certain cases it can take a more serious angle leading to heart disease or diabetes.If you are suffering from PCOS or PCOD then many small cysts will grow in the ovaries in their ovaries. That is why it is called polycystic ovary syndrome.

For every disease message is the same, early diagnosis leads to better recovery. It is important for females to notice the symptoms that are due to changes in the hormone levels. Unwanted weight gain and facial hair growth ar ethe tow most common and noticeable changes that you can notice. Normally, the ovaries make a very small amount of male sex hormones called androgens. In PCOS, they start making lot more androgens. This may cause you to stop ovulating, get acne and grow extra facial as well as body hair. The body may have a problem using insulin called insulin resistance. When the body doesn't use insulin well, blood sugar levels go up. Over time, this increases your chance of getting diabetes.

Symptoms & Treatment

Symptoms of PCOD - Symptoms tend to be mild at first. You may have only a few symptoms or a lot of them. The most common symptoms are:

 Acne

 Weight gain and trouble losing weight

 Extra hair on the face and body.

 Thinning hair on the scalp

 Irregular periods - Irregular periods is one of the very common symptom of PCOD. Irregular means too frequent or none at all.

 Fertility problems - Many women who have PCOS have trouble getting pregnant(infertility)

 Depression

Treatment Options for PCOD - PCOD needs more of life style managment than any medication. Following can help reduce the effects of PCOD:

 Regular exercise, healthy foods and weight control are the key treatments for PCOS.

 Eat heart-healthy foods. This includes lots of vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans and whole grains.

 Quit smoking.

 

Best Doctors and Cost

Dr Ruchi Soumya is one of the best and extensively trained gynaecologist in Purnia, Bihar for PCOD treatment and management at Jiva Hospital, Purnia. The cost of pcod treatment would be that of investigations and medication. As mentioned above the treatment for PCOD is largely based on lifestyle modification and certain medication. At Jiva Hospital, Purnia India, our gynaecologist Dr Ruchi not only treats the PCOD but also counsels the patient on leading a healthy and active lifestyle.