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What is PCOS / PCOD?

Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is a common, complex, chronic and disturbing hormonal disorder found in women of reproductive age group (approx. 18-45 years). According to the best PCOS expert Gynecologists and PCOS doctors in Delhi, females with PCOS / PCOD may have increased male hormones, irregular periods, and multiple small cysts or fluid-filled sacs in one or both ovaries.

The exact cause of PCOS disorder or PCOD is not clear and can be attributed to the disturbed hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, insulin resistance, hyperinsulinemia, and genetic and environmental factors like lifestyle and dietary habits. Every PCOS patient is unique and there are treatments that work on individual patients depending on the symptoms they show. It is very important that every patient should consult a PCOS specialist or their gynecologists for getting personalized opinions and treatment. Proactive consultation and communication with your gynecologists is the key to finding the right treatment plan for PCOS. It is important to tell how you are feeling so that your plan can be adjusted, during the course of the treatment.

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What are the common symptoms of PCOS / PCOD?

When to visit a gynecologist or PCOS Specialist in New Delhi?

For the treatment of PCOS, please visit your PCOS/PCOD doctor if you are observing any of the above-listed symptoms regularly like abnormal periods, Infertility or if you are suffering from acuteacne, hair loss, unwanted and excessive hair growth, and obesity.

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Why do you have all these symptoms in PCOS?

It is because of high levels of male hormones or androgens that are present in a minimal quantity in a normal female. Women with PCOS disorder or PCOD have more androgens than normal. This excess level of androgen causes ovulatory dysfunction, alters the normal menstrual pattern and causes acne, excessive hair growth, and leads to obesity. A lot of women with PCOS or PCOD have increased serum fasting Insulin levels and Insulin resistance. Insulin resistance also leads to increased male hormones and ovulatory disturbances.

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Complications of PCOS:

  • Impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes mellitus
  • Gestational diabetes mellitus
  • Miscarriage or preterm birth
  • Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem
  • Eating disorder
  • Metabolic syndrome-high blood sugar. Hypertension and increased risk of cardiovascular diseases
  • Endometrial cancer
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Breast cancer
Management

Diagnosis and Treatment of PCOS

Queen’s Gynecology clinic is recognized as a specialized clinic for the treatment of PCOS in Delhi or PCOD treatment in South Delhi with a multidisciplinary team of the best PCOS specialists. Our team of experts includes surgeons, PCOS experts, gynecologists, reproductive and infertility specialists, dermatologists, nutritionists, and diabetes specialists. Our PCOS expert doctors are among the top 10 gynecologist in South Delhi. Our experienced team takes an individualized approach to female health depending on the symptoms and works closely with them to decide the best PCOS treatment plan in order to correct their menstrual irregularities, acne and hair problems, weight issues, infertility, and long-term complications. If you are looking for "best PCOS specialist near me", "PCOS surgery in Delhi", "Best PCOS doctor in India", or "best PCOS doctor near me", book an appointment with Queen's Gynecology Clinic or call096549 99888.

The PCOS treatment plan includes:

  • Weight reduction – dietary and lifestyle modification
  • Acne and hair issues- personalized treatment and laser hair removal by an expert dermatologist
  • Treatment of menstrual dysfunction – hormonal medicines
  • Treatment of androgen-related symptoms – anti-androgens
  • Ovulation induction in case of Infertility
  • Minimal invasive surgery if indicated
  • Regular follow-up to reduce long-term complications of diabetes, Cardiovascular diseases, etc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are PCOS symptoms and their treatment?

The most common symptoms of PCOS include:

  • Irregular Periods
  • Heavy bleeding
  • Infertility
  • Ovarian Cysts
  • Unwanted hair growth
  • Acne
  • Gaining weight
  • Male pattern baldness
  • Skin tone darkening
  • Headaches

PCOS treatment is primarily focused on alleviating symptoms, which include acne, hair growth, and other metabolic issues. This includes:

  • Menstrual control medicine to address hormonal dysregulation and insulin resistance.
  • Ovulation can be initiated with oral medications and injections (both in terms of quality and quantity).
  • Treatment of infertility with fertility drugs
  • Managing uncontrollable hair development
  • Acne therapy and skin discoloration remedies.
  • Ovarian drilling, a laparoscopic technique, is used in PCOS patients who have not responded to hormonal therapy to remove androgen-producing tissue from the ovaries.
2. What are the common symptom of polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Oligomenorrhea or irregular periods- If there is no ovulation, the uterine lining cannot discharge every month. Some PCOD and PCOS patients have fewer than eight periods per year or none at all.

Menorrhagia, or heavy bleeding- When you do get your period, it may be heavier than normal because the uterine lining has had more time to thicken.

Hirsutism, or unwanted hair growth- affects more than 70% of women with this disease, causing hair to grow on their face and body, including their back, abdomen, and chest, a condition known as hirsutism.

Acne - Breakouts can be caused by an excess of male hormones, resulting in acne on the face, torso, and upper back.

Gaining weight - Up to 80% of PCOS and PCOD patients are fat or overweight.

Male pattern baldness - The hair on the head may thin or fall out.

Skin pigmentation- can cause dark patches to appear in bodily crevices such as the neck, crotch, and under the breasts.

Headaches - Hormonal changes can cause migraines in some women.

3. What is PCOD Treatment Cost In Delhi?

PCOD treatment is tailored to each individual woman based on the severity of her condition. As a result, the total cost of PCOD treatment is varied. Typically, PCOD treatment starts with some lifestyle changes. To heal PCOD, it is critical to first grasp its symptoms.

In most instances, the doctor will prescribe a few medications to alleviate the symptoms. These medications vary in price from INR 400 to INR 800. If the medication does not work, the doctor may suggest surgical treatment, such as laparoscopic ovarian drilling. In Delhi, the average expense of surgical treatment for PCOD-PCOS is between INR 20,000 and INR 35,000.

4. Are there any side effects of polycystic ovary syndrome treatment?

The management of PCOS is determined by the woman's therapy goals. Lifestyle changes are frequently used to address the metabolic consequences of PCOS. Hormone control PCOS is commonly treated with medications such as oral contraceptive pills (OCPs). Hormonal birth control pills are safe, but they do carry some risks, which include:

  • A higher chance of diabetes: This is something to think about if you already have diabetes.
  • A chance of cardiovascular problems, such as dangerous blood clots in the legs. Obese PCOS patients may be at an increased risk. The danger increases if they smoke.
  • Weight gain: People who are already overweight may be hesitant to use birth control tablets. Weight increase can exacerbate PCOS symptoms.
5. What are the long-term complications of PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a frequently occurring endocrine condition that affects several women the world over. Menstrual disorders, hyperandrogenism, and ultrasonographic ovaries are all symptoms of the illness and are accepted diagnostic criteria. However, long-term complications of PCOS are commonly overlooked and underestimated. Disorders such as gestational diabetes and gestational hypertension can occur during pregnancy.

Apart from the immediate concern of adverse reproductive outcomes, there is an increased risk of metabolic diseases such as glucose intolerance, development of type-2 diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, cardiovascular morbidity, and mortality, risk of endometrial cancer, impaired immune function, and psychiatric illness as we age.

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