PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
பி.சி.ஓ.எஸ்
About This Disease
PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts. Ayurveda relates it to Kapha and Pitta imbalance affecting the reproductive system and metabolism.
Symptoms - அறிகுறிகள்
- Irregular or absent menstrual periods
- Excessive hair growth (face, chest, back)
- Acne and oily skin
- Weight gain and difficulty losing weight
- Hair thinning or baldness
- Darkening of skin (neck, groin)
- Multiple ovarian cysts
Causes - காரணங்கள்
- Hormonal imbalance (excess androgens)
- Insulin resistance
- Genetic factors
- Inflammation
- Lifestyle factors (poor diet, lack of exercise)
- Obesity
- Stress