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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

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Now-a-days irregular menstrual cycles are so common

but it may be the symptoms for a serious syndrome.
When menstrual irregularity is combined with excess
hair growth, increasing weight and acne, then they
direct towards the symptoms of PCOS

PCOS is hormonal disorder that affects the ovaries and

ovulation. Polycystic means “many cysts”, which are
small, fluid-filled sacs growing inside the ovaries.
These sacs contain immature eggs who never mature
enough to trigger ovulation.

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A definite cause has not been found by the doctors. They

say high levels of male hormones prevent the ovaries
from producing hormones and making eggs.

Genes, inflammation and insulin resistance are reasons

for excess androgen production. Genes play role for
causing PCOS when the syndrome is hereditary. Obesity
can also be the cause for insulin resistance. Higher
androgen levels are linked to high inflammation in body
of the females.

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•Irregular menstrual cycles

•Heavy bleeding

•High Hair growth

•Acne

•Weight gain

•Male-pattern Baldness

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PCOS is basically having high androgen levels which majorly

affect the fertility of a woman. To get pregnant, you have to
ovulate. But due to irregular menstrual cycles enough eggs are
not released.
Obesity is another effect which also increases the risk of high
blood pressure, Low HDL and High LDL (bad) cholesterol.
Another serious affects can be Endometrial Cancer which
actually is a condition when the uterine lining in built up and
thickened. This is due to the irregular periods
Due to all these hormonal changes going through all your body
and also physical changes it can cause serious impact on the
emotions. This can lead to depression.

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Whenever you notice irregular menstrual cycles, please

consult a doctor immediately. Irregular menstrual cycles
are not a good sign. Also, when there is lot of acne,
facial
and body hair growth and weight gain, consult a doctor.

Blood tests to check for higher than usual levels of

hormones might also help. An ultrasound check may
also help in finding any abnormal follicles and other
problems with your ovaries and uterus.

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Diet plays a major role in the treatment of PCOS. In order to

control the sugar levels and cholesterol levels a specific diet
is important. A low-carbohydrate diet is a recommended
diet to maintain the required levels. Fruits, vegetables and
whole grains can help to regulate the menstrual cycle.

Also, a 30-minute moderate exercise would make a huge

difference for the treatment of PCOS.

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There are several drugs that might help in solving the

problem of PCOS. The drugs and their use are as follows:
Clomiphene: It is a fertility drug which helps to get
pregnant. But it may increase the risk of getting twins or
multiple births.

Metformin: (Glucophage, Fortamet) is a drug for type 2

diabetes. It helps improving the insulin levels.

Birth Controls: Estrogen and progestin which are the

contents of birth control can restrain the normal balance
of hormones and regulate ovulation.

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