PCOD Problem
PCOD stands for polycystic ovarian disease. Majorly it’s called a disease. But it is a condition in which immature follicles collect on the surface of the ovary. PCOD problem is caused by the defective process of ovulation that arises from a disturbance in the H-P-O (Hypothalamus- Pituitary- Ovarian) axis. Some factors that lead to a disturbed H-P-O axis are stress, irregular lifestyle, faculty diet, obesity, and heredity.
PCOD is increasingly common among young girls of the reproductive age group today. It is responsible for the increase in the number of infertile couples. Infertility is the inability to conceive within a year despite unprotected intercourse. In today’s lifestyle, approximately 50% of women suffer from defective ovulation whereas 30% have irregular and heavy bleeding.
Ayurvedic medicine and panchakarma procedures are generally used to treat PCOD problems. However, most the important way to deal with it is to correct one’s lifestyle by taking the right amount of food, exercising, resting, and most of all developing a positive attitude.
PCOD is hormonal imbalance & is characterized by changes in ovaries such that multiple follicles accumulate in the ovaries without ovulation.
In PCOD ovary fails to expel the matured eggs as a result multiple cysts are formed.
PCOD is one of the gynecological problem created due to unhealthy lifestyle
Causes of PCOD
- Eating excessive sweet, fried food, Junk- fast food, packet food.
- Over eating & lack of exercise.
- Eating habits are not accordance with Prakruti.
- Long term digestive weakness.
- Anxiety, Stress, Tension.
- Disturbed sleep.
Symptoms of PCOD
- Irregular menstrual pattern.
- Mild pain.
- Weight gain, Lethargy.
- Irregular Appetite.
- Constipation.
- Acne.
- Unwanted hair growth.
- Anxiety.
- Infertility.
Ayurveda is the ” Science of Life” has solution for maintaining “Balanced life”. Ayurveda suggest various natural remedies & disease treatment methods to help cure the PCOD by balancing the doshas.
Panchakarma is one of the Ayurvedic treatment method. The aim of panchakarama therapies is to purify & detoxify the body.
In modern science the most common treatment for PCOD is birth control pills. But it is not complete treatment as it doesn’t removes toxins & toxic condition.
Ayurveda has a very effective approach to manage weight & maintaining regular menstrual cycles.
