Polycystic ovary syndrome, commonly known as PCOS, is a very common but complex disorder of hormones in women. It can cause irregular menstrual periods, acne, and even infertility. This causes a lack of ovulation, thus making it impossible for a woman to get pregnant. PCOS may start anytime after puberty. The cases of PCOS are rising rapidly. 

Signs and symptoms of PCOS

• Irregular menstruation – It involves very heavy bleeding or missed periods, or even no periods. 
• Excessive hair growth – excessive facial or body hair is experienced by most women who have PCOS. 
• Acne – PCOS causes acne on the face as well as on the arms and back. 
• Excessive weight gain – It becomes way more difficult to lose weight after gaining without any real known cause. 
• Dark patches – Consistent dark patches are visible around the neck, underarms, and groin area. 
• Cysts – They are formed in a number of women suffering from PCOS. 
• Loss or thinning of hair – Women with PCOS may suffer excessive loss of hair or thinning of hair. 
• Infertility – This is the most common sign of PCOS. It is difficult to conceive while having PCOS. 
• Anxiety – Many women do not realise that anxiety could be a sign of having PCOS. 

Until a woman faces difficulty in conceiving, she doesn’t even know that she is suffering from PCOS. 

Causes of PCOS

The exact cause of PCOS is still not known. In addition to factors like obesity, mood changes, hair fall, etc., genes play an important role in causing this. 

• If someone has a family history of PCOS, she is likely to develop the same. 
• High levels of diabetes and insulin can result in the development of PCOS. 
• Sudden weight gain can result in PCOS. 
• Poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle may result in PCOS. 
• Stress is another factor causing the disorder. 

Diagnosis

PCOS may be diagnosed through:

• Physical examination 
• Blood tests 
• Ultrasound 
• Checking symptoms and medical history 
• Pelvic examination 

PCOS and homeopathy

Homeopathy is the safest method of treating the root cause of PCOS by focusing on hormonal changes and imbalances. The treatment at Dr. Sonal Mehta can prove to be beneficial for those suffering from PCOS who find it difficult to live with it. This treatment does not involve the use of any birth control pills or any kind of synthetic hormones. The treatment can help in regulating the menstrual cycle, reducing acne, and improving the chances of conceiving naturally. 

Risk factors

Though women with PCOS have difficulty getting pregnant, even if they get pregnant, PCOS can increase their risk of getting:

• High blood pressure, 
• Preeclampsia, 
• Gestational diabetes, 
• Preterm birth. 

Managing PCOS

You can manage PCOS by exercising and maintaining a healthy weight. 

Having a balanced diet can contribute to a healthy body, resulting in the management of PCOS very well. Tracking the regularity of periods and monitoring the hormonal changes can help in managing the disorder. 

Conclusion

As there is no definite way to treat PCOS, natural care can help in reducing the symptoms and avoiding the effects of PCOS. Homeopathy holds the safest, successful, and natural approach for the treatment of PCOS. Dr. Sonal’s Healing with Homeopathy Clinic provides the best personalised care with amazing results for curing PCOS the homeopathic way.