PCOS Comprehensive Care

Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome

A Common Hormonal Disorder resulting from an imbalance in hormones produced in a woman’s body. Due to hormonal dysregulation, the normal cyclic pattern of release of female hormones is affected. This results in abnormal or impaired development of follicles in the ovary (impairing production of eggs).

Points to remember:

PCOS is the Most Common Hormonal disorder affecting Indian women in the reproductive age-group
Early Diagnosis is key to reduce risk factors and improve outcome
Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle is of prime importance in preventing or managing PCOS
Important to follow your physician’s advice – lifestyle modification, medication, etc

PCOS may have long-term effects on health if not managed:

Diabetes
Depression
Heart disease
Disturbed sleep
Health problems during pregnancy
Increased risk of some types of cancers

What happens in PCOS

Due to an imbalance in hormonal secretions
Affects reproductive-age women
Exact cause is unknown

Why is it important to know about PCOS

1 out of every 5 adult women & 2 out of every 5 adolescents Suffer from PCOS in India.

How is PCOS treated?

Lifestyle modifications

Modifying your diet
Exercise
Smoking cessation
Meditation

Medications

Birth control pills
Anti-diabetic drugs
Medications for increased hair growth or extra male hormone

Other specific therapies

For infertility – treatment to support pregnancy
For excess hairs - laser hair removal
For acne, topical agents