PCOS is becoming an epidemic

03 Jun PCOS is becoming an epidemic

Many women are suffering from PCOS nowadays and the sad part is that most women aren’t even aware that they’re suffering from PCOS. It has been observed as one of the main reasons behind infertility, and the heart’s wellbeing also. Unrecognized and untreated, PCOS can result in diabetes, high cholesterol, and developing cancer. It is important to analyze and treat Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome ASAP says, Dr. Usha M Kumar – the best gynaecologist for PCOS.

What Is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome?

PCOS is defined as a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. Women who are going through PCOS produce higher amounts of male hormones. This hormone imbalance causes menstrual irregularities, growth of facial hair and acne, hair loss, weight gain, and makes it harder for them to get pregnant. They have high chances of getting Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high androgen levels.

How to know if a woman has PCOS?

Symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) are:

• Frequent mood swings
• Irregular periods
• Difficult to get pregnant
• Hair thinning & Hair loss
• Ovulation might stop, or become irregular
• Growth of hair on undesired areas such as face and body
• Acne problem
• High cholesterol levels and high blood pressure
• High chances of getting Type 2 diabetes
• Excess weight gain (without any specific reason)

Why Does PCOS Happen?

PCOS occurs when a woman stops ovulating, which results in a disruption in the typical, patterned connection between her hormones, ovaries, and brain. The correct reason for PCOS is still unknown. Earlier, it was thought that Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome occurs totally by excess production of androgen. But the latest studies have shown that Metabolic Syndrome related to insulin resistance and high amounts of insulin might be behind the occurrence of PCOS. Visit Dr. Usha M Kumar – the best gynecologist in Delhi for the PCOS Treatment area to know more about PCOS.

Causes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

Experts say that a few health issues or lifestyle might be the reason behind PCOS:

• Genetics
• Taking Birth control pills & Contraceptive medications
• High saturated fat intake
• High consumption of processed foods
• Stress, lack of exercise, and poor nutrition.
• Environmental pollutants

Dr. Usha M Kumar provides intensive care for a wide range of situations concerning the significant events in the life of a woman. She can be consulted for any issues that you are facing regarding your body as a woman or any health issue that women of this generation are facing. Thus if you are in need of the best gynaecologist for PCOS  then simply head to Dr. Usha.