PCOD
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What is PCOD?
PCOD stands for Poly-Cystic Ovarian Disease. This refers to the formation of multiple cysts in the ovaries.
What are the symptoms of PCOD?
- Absence of normal menses or irregular menses
- Scanty flow
- Hirsutism (abnormal growth of facial hair)
- Obesity
- Skin discolouration
- Enlarged ovaries on Usg
What happens in PCOD?
The ovaries are unable to cause growth and maturation of an ovum every month. The follicles get arrested in any preceding growth phase but do not completely grow to maturity and rupture. This leads to the formation of cysts. These may be fluid-filled. Ultimately, the ovaries get enlarged in size and are rendered dysfunctional.
Why does this happen?
Some “experts” say it is due to hormonal imbalance. Yes, the hormones are found to be imbalanced in most cases. But the moot question is – why are the hormones imbalanced? The imbalance of hormones is what can be measured in laboratories, and so, that is assumed to be the “cause”. The root cause is often ignored.
How does Ayurved treat PCOD?
As always, Ayurved takes the whole view – not just chemicals that are isolated and measured.
It is a sad fact that PCOD is so common today. Even more saddening is that everyone seems to know what PCOD is.
Basically, it is an advanced stage of disease. It begins as an imbalance that the body must have been signalling since long. Chronic ignorance, avoidance, and procrastination of these initial signs is what materializes into cysts in the ovaries. PCOD does not happen overnight!
It is preceded by complaints like weight gain, indigestion, and scanty irregular menses. This is when treatment should be sought. During this phase, it is easily corrected, and balance is restored before organ damage occurs. Unfortunately, it is convenient to just ignore the symptoms until serious problems stare you in the face or cripple you into bed rest.
Ayurved has effective treatment for formed cysts, as well. If you have already waited till PCOD is diagnosed, do not waste any more time in trying to short-change your body with hormonal pills or artificially induced ovulation. This is betraying the body still further, and the price for it will be much higher. Instead, turn to Ayurved and learn to understand your body. Find the cause and treat well it to restore health. Love your body, and it will love you back!
What is the Ayurvedic treatment for PCOD?
Ayurvedic treatment for PCOD begins with the identification of the cause and understanding of how the disease has progressed. However, not all PCOD patients are treated with the same medication.
The General outline of Ayurvedic treatment for PCOD is as follows:
- Correction of digestion to ensure proper formation of body tissues
- Correction of the imbalance of the offending dosh
- Action on the ovaries
- Diet
- Panchakarma
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