PCOD

Polycystic ovarian disease is a medical condition affecting the ovulation process in the menstrual cycle. The main cause for PCOD is due to hormonal imbalance causing formation of multiple cysts inside the ovary resulting in irregular menstrual bleeding and infertility

Causes for Polycystic ovarian disease

Hormonal imbalance remains as the major cause for PCOD and these include:

• High levels of testosterone (male hormone)
• High levels of luteinizing hormone
• High levels of prolactin
• High level of insulin
• Low level of sex hormones
• Overweight

Symptoms of Polycystic ovarian disease

Women with PCOD develop symptoms including:

• Excess hair growth on face and body
• Overweight/ obesity
• Acne
• Irregular menstrual periods
• Pain during periods
• Pelvic pain
• Anxiety
• High blood glucose levels
• Infertility
• Thinning of hair

All these symptoms are produced due to the imbalance of hormone levels in the body. The discrepancy in hormone levels affects the release and maturation of eggs during the ovulation process resulting in infertility.

Diagnosing PCOD

The doctor conducts a physical examination, understand and records the symptoms and previous menstrual pattern to understand the cause of PCOD. Various blood tests and thyroid hormone tests are performed to understand the hormone levels in the body. This is crucial to understand the underlying cause of PCOD and tailor the treatment plan accordingly. An ultrasound scan is performed to view the abdominal nd vaginal cavity. This helps the doctor to understand the cyst formation and other abnormalities present in the reproductive system.