PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is a common problem seen in women of reproductive age. It is a condition of hormonal imbalance in women i.e. estrogens and progesterone are out of balance. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome effects women’s ovaries work i.e. ovaries regularly don’t release eggs (ovulation). Women facing polycystic ovary syndrome are at a high risk of health complications like hypertension, heart attack, diabetes, sleeping disorders and cancers. Genetics (family history), lifestyle, weight are the main causes of PCOS in women. Women with overweight have hormonal imbalance and faces PCOS problem. Unhealthy eating habits and lifestyle as late work hours, stress also play major role in developing PCOS in women.
Common symptoms of PCOS :
PCOS symptoms are caused due to high androgens (male hormones) in the body. Symptoms and their severity change from one person to another. Most important symptom of PCOS is irregular menstrual periods. Some common symptoms of PCOS include
- Irregular periods
- Weight gain
- Infertility
- Hair loss or hair thinning
- Acne
- Hirsutism (excessive hair growth on face, chest and other parts of body)
- Fatigue
- Sleeping disorders
- Depression
Women with PCOS faces several health problems like mood swings, sleeping disorders, high cholesterol, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, headaches and other problems. Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome grow small cysts on their ovaries and may lead to health problems.
Ways to protect us from PCOS :
PCOS can be treated as there are many different ways to control symptoms of PCOS; there is no permanent cure for PCOS. PCOS treatment helps to manage the conditions and prevent complications. Women can control PCOS by following few tips like
- Healthy diet
- Exercise
- Yoga
- Controlling stress
- Stop smoking
- Medication
- Taking birth control pills if necessary by consulting experts
If PCOS is not treated properly it may lead to several health complications. Women with PCOS are three times high at risk of endometrium cancer. With healthy lifestyle, balanced diet, controlling stress and weight women can control the symptoms, reverse PCOS and protect ourselves from PCOS and its long run complications. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome may also suffer from PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) i.e. multiple cysts on their ovaries.
Will homeopathy works to treat PCOS?
Homeopathy treatment for PCOS is very effective and it is the best alternative to treat PCOS problems. Homeopathy treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome is a safe and natural treatment and shows remarkable results in treating PCOS. Homeopathy uses pills and liquids which are prepared by using plants, vegetables and minerals. As they are natural homeopathy treatment for PCOS has no side effects compared to other treatments and is very useful for women. PCOS treatment in homeopathy not only treats PCOS and its symptoms but also treats person as whole and gives positive results. Homeopathy treatment for PCOS treats root cause of the problem. Pulsatilla, Apis mellifica, sepia, conium, graphites and Lachesis are the few used to treat PCOS problems in homeopathy.
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