PCOS/PCOD

PCOS/PCOD

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a hormonal imbalance that affects women in their reproductive years(15-44 years). It is characterized by cysts in the ovaries ,high level of male hormones ,irregular or skipped periods. The common symptoms are : irregular periods , heavy bleeding , hair growth on face/belly/chest(condition is called hirsutism) ,acne on face/back/chest ,obesity/weight gain ,hairfall on scalp or baldness , dark skin patches on neck / breast ,headaches . Women with PCOS often experience depression and anxiety . Treatment of pcos is mainly diet based. It requires lifestyle changes and modifications , dietary management to reduce weight and adopting a healthy eating pattern . Foods with low glycemic index and high fibres are preffered.