Polycystic Ovarian Disease (pcos): Symptoms, Treatment - Ananthapuri Hospitals

WHAT IS PCOS?

PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. It is a condition that can affect your periods, fertility, hormones and aspects of your appearance. It can also affect your long-term health. It is estimated to affect around 2 to 26 women, in every 100 women. 

WHAT ARE POLYCYSTIC OVARIES? 

Polycystic ovaries are different from normal ovaries - they are slightly larger and have twice the number of follicles (fluid-filled spaces within the ovary that release the eggs when you ovulate). However, having polycystic ovaries does not necessarily mean that you have PCOS! Women with PCOS have symptoms as well as polycystic ovaries.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PCOS?

PCOS has a variety of symptoms. The symptoms of PCOS also tend to run in families. Know the signs: 

• Irregular periods or no periods at all 
• An increase in facial or body hair (hirsutism) 
• Loss of hair on your head 
• Being overweight, experiencing a rapid increase in weight
• Having difficulty losing weight 
• Oily skin, acne 
• Difficulty becoming pregnant (reduced fertility).

Depression and psychological problems can also result from having PCOS. 

The symptoms vary from woman to woman. Some women have very few mild symptoms, while others are affected more severely by a wider range of symptoms. 

The treatment for this condition is depends on your symptoms, other medical conditions, and your pregnancy plans. Even though this condition may not be completely curable, it can be controlled. 

Are you suffering from PCOS? To fully understand your treatment options, Call us at +91 9400332777 or visit our hospital at Chacka, NH Bypass, Thiruvananthapuram 

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