Polycystic ovary disease or PCOD is a hormonal disorder that affects women in their childbearing years. The ovaries in a female’s body make produces female sex hormones and male sex hormones in very small amounts which are crucial for regulating the normal development of eggs during each menstrual cycle. PCOD is the result of the imbalance of these hormones.
The write-up provides an overview of PCOD and its problems along with the symptoms of PCOD.
Symptoms of PCOD
Some of the common symptoms of PCOD include:
- Problems in the menstrual cycle: Of several PCOD problems, this one is quite prominent and cause irregular periods in women. Some women may experience a delay in their cycle while some may have at frequent intervals with heavy bleeding.
- Infertility: Women face difficulty getting pregnant despite having unprotected intercourse for over twelve months.
- Metabolic disorder: Obesity or weight gain is one of the apparent symptoms of PCOD.
- Acne breakouts: Oily skin, acne breakouts, and dark patches of skin in folds and creases are some prominent symptoms of PCOD.
- Higher levels of masculinizing hormones: Inappropriate male features, loss of scalp hair, and unwanted hair on the face and other body parts.
- Anxiety and depression
Cure of PCOD
There is no sure shot cure available to treat the problem of PCOD. Treatment, as suggested by doctors, mainly entails making significant changes in lifestyle like giving up alcohol consumption and quitting smoking. Women suffering from PCOD are asked to lose weight and achieve a healthy BMI. They are asked to follow a diet plan and certain prescribed medications to improve their symptoms. For anxiety and depression, they are asked to meditate and engaged in activities focused on self-improvement.
If women face difficulty getting pregnant, the doctor may prescribe some tests and on the basis of their results, they may decide a suitable course of treatment. What is more important is to not feel worried and depressed. PCOD is a common problem and it can be managed.
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