PCOS Treatment In Thane West

Around 10% of the Indian women are affected with polycystic ovary syndrome commonly known as PCOS. This is pretty much the scenario in Thane aswell. Yes there is a lack of awareness about this condition and it often goes undetected for years. This condition is known to affect girls from 14 to 15 years of age group to women In late forties . This condition is affecting more and more young women due to urban lifestyle, where exercise is the first casualty .

What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

In females ovary produces both male and female hormones. But in a lady with PCOS due to some reason that is yet not understood at times the true hormones are not in balance therefore women experience symptoms light acne excessive hair growth on the face , excessive body fat deposits on the lower abdomen. The secretion of of male hormone in excess in such women is responsible for a lot of these changes. PCOS women also experience menstrual changes in the form of irregular menses where in the ovulation may or may not take place which may lead to infertility. Some PCOS women who do conceive have a higher chance of of miscarriage as they are not producing enough hormones to support the pregnancy. While some of them are also at a risk of developing gestational diabetes.

How is the menstrual cycle affected in women of PCOS?

These women have phases where they do not menstruate for months together and then bleed very heavily ,the bleeding may prolong for weeks together. If PCOS is untreated then later on some women are known to develop cancer of the lining of the uterus.

How is PCOS treated?

The treatment involves, blood investigations to check the male and female hormones. Insulin levels are also tested, while ultrasound of the uterus along with the ovaries is done. Other hormonal test like thyroid and prolactin is may also be done.

Eating healthy and exercising is the crux of the treatment of PCOS. l explain my patients that it is an ongoing treatment where exercising is very important along with certain amount of diet control. Along with the dietitian I help the patient to achieve weight loss and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I find that in obese patients suffering from PCOS, as one starts losing weight they able to manage the condition on their own without any medication I try to motivate the patients to develop a healthy lifestyle and with a lot of hand holding and guiding I treat them accordingly. PCOS is a lifestyle management condition. I treat the patient holistically taking into consideration their lifestyle that challenges and their goals

Every September is observed as PCOS Awareness Month, a crucial time to learn about the challenges individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome face and offer your support.