EVERYTHING ABOUT PCOS

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WHAT IS PCOS?

Polycystic Ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a Hormonal disorder affecting millions of Reproductive-Aged Women Globally. Women with PCOS have difficulty becoming pregnant due to hormone imbalances resulting from the altered development of ovarian follicles. The most common imbalance is High blood levels of Androgens caused in the ovaries and the Adrenal Gland of a woman. Polycystic Ovaries affect many organs of the Body like the Pancreas, Liver, Muscles, Blood Vasculature, and Body Fat. PCOS has now become the biggest reason for infertility issues.

MEDICAL PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PCOS:

Apart from Infertility problems, women with PCOS develop Insulin resistance & Hyperinsulinemia, which increases the risk of developing the following Complications:

  1. Type 2 diabetes.
  2. Cardiovascular Disease.
  3. Endometrial cancer

SYMPTOMS OF PCOS: Below are the 5 common symptoms of PCOS.

  1. Irregular or No Menstrual Periods.
  2. Excessive Acne & Thinning of Scalp Hair.
  3. Unexplained Weight Gain.
  4. Excess Hair growth on the face and Body.
  5. Development of Ovarian Cysts.

PCOS DIAGNOSIS:

As per one of the Best IVF Doctors in India, Dr. Mona Dahiya, a positive Diagnosis for PCOS can be made if two of the following three Diagnoses are met.

  1. Polycystic Ovaries.

The morphology of polycystic ovaries is gauged through an Ultrasound examination. Polycystic ovaries differ from Regular ovaries as per the distribution and number of ovarian follicles. Ideally, follicles assume a characteristic peripheral pearls distribution. The Rotterdam principle defines PCO as the appearance of more than 12 follicles measuring 2 to 9 mm or a volume of >10mL (10). However, a higher Count of follicle (more than 19 and 25 follicles) has been recommended to define the prevalence of PCOS.

  1. Hyperandrogenism.

Hyperandrogenism is defined as elevated levels of Androgens in the systemic circulation, and are known to present in women who have PCOS. Hormonal tests done for hyperandrogenism measure Testosterone Levels. The androgens secreted by the adrenal glands include dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA-S). Elevated levels of Hydroxyprogesterone are a diagnostic factor to distinguish NCAH from PCOS.

  1. Anovulation.

Women who have a Normal Ovulation Cycle have regular menstrual cycles between 26 days to 35 days. Anovulation in women with PCOS results in oligo-amenorrhea which is less than 8 menstrual cycles per year or an interval period of ≥ 35 days between menstrual cycles.

PCOS TREATMENT:

PCOS can be treated through the Following 3 Methods and one has to consult an expert IVF Doctor after a correct diagnosis.

  • Lifestyle Changes.
  • Medication.
  • Surgical Intervention.

Book an Appointment with World-renowned IVF Expert, Dr. Mona Dahiya for PCOS Treatment.

Read More about PCOS in a detailed Blog written by one of India’s Best IVF Doctors, Dr. Mona Dahiya.