what is mean by pcod
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- Polycystic Ovarian Disease) or PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) has taken the world of women by storm. It is a major ailment concerning a huge chunk of young females in India presently. PCOD strikes mostly at an early age, therefore, a substantial number of young adults go through this problem. This is a common endocrine disorder of unknown aetiology, affecting 5-10% of women of reproductive age. The average age group suffering from PCOD varies between 18 and 45 years. It is important for the youth to understand this disease at its onset, along with the causes and implications in the future.
- PCOD is characterized by multiple small cysts in the ovaries. It makes the ovary enlarged and lead to excessive production of androgen and oestrogen hormones causing various bodily issues.
- PCOD is characterized by multiple small cysts in the ovaries. It makes the ovary enlarged and lead to excessive production of androgen and oestrogen hormones causing various bodily issues.Causes of PCOD
- The cause of PCOD is still unknown. However, the association of PCOD with low-grade inflammation, excess insulin, production of male hormones (Hyperandrogenism) in high quantity and genetics can be found. Also, early age of menarche, unhealthy lifestyle and pollution are some of the contributing factors of PCOD.
Symptoms of PCOD
- Watch out for the following common symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Disorder:
- Irregular periods, occurring every 2 to 3 months (amenorrhea)
- Heavy bleeding (Menorrhagia)
- Unusual body and facial hair growth (hirsutism)
- Stubborn acne that refuses to heal with the usual treatments. This is due to excess peripheral androgen.
- Uncontrolled weight gain around the waist area especially
- Pigmentation or darkening of the skin around the neck region (Acanthosis nigricans)
- Infertility
- Male-pattern baldness
Headaches
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