"This Post Is About Poly Cystic Ovarian Disorder"
In This you will come to know about PCOD/ PCOS and along with it it's Ayurvedic interpretation as well.
PCOD can be co-relate with the Artava Kshaya. This is not exact co-relation but its manifestation is similar to that of Artava Kshaya lakshanas.
Now 1st we will discus about PCOD as per MODERN. Then after that we can see Ayurvedic Point of view.
PCOD/ PCOS
Are
you experiencing problems with your periods because of hormonal imbalance? This
condition, known as PCOD and PCOS, or poly cystic ovary
syndrome, may make it difficult for you to get pregnant, and unwanted
changes in your appearance are also indicated. In most cases, women with PCOD
develop small cysts in their ovaries. These cysts may
not be harmful or cancerous, but they cause hormone
imbalance in your body.
Causes
The
specific causes of PCOD are yet to be determined. In
PCOS patients, the ovaries produce excess androgens or male sex hormones,
which result in an imbalance in ovulation, acne breakout and development of
excess body hair. Your body faces problems using insulin and develops insulin resistance.
Genetics are considered to be a key factor that determines a woman’s chance of
getting PCOD.
Symptoms
The
symptoms of PCOD are mild in the beginning. The most common symptoms are as
follows:
1.
Weight and difficulty in weight loss.
2.
Acne breakout.
3. Development of excess hair on the face and body, which is
not a feminine feature. Thicker and darker facial hair and unusually excessive
hair on the belly, chest and back are also indicated in some women.
4. Thinning of hair on the scalp.
5. Irregularity with menstrual periods. Commonly, women with
PCOD experience less than 9 periods during a year. Some women may have no
periods at all, while others experience heavy, abnormal bleeding.
6.
Mood swings and Depression.
7.
Hirsutism
8.
Irregular Periods.
9.
Fertility problems are likely in women with PCOD.
Treatment
The
treatment of PCOD aims at relieving the symptoms and preventing long-term
health problems associated with the condition. PCOD can be treated and managed
by using the following measures:
1.
You should keep fit and undertake regular exercise and
work out. Walking is an ideal exercise which you can opt for.
2.
You should eat heart healthy food which includes vegetables,
nuts, fruits, whole grains and beans. Avoid foods which contain saturated fats
and these include fried food, meat and cheese.
3.
Losing weight is beneficial for your health if you have
PCOD. Losing even a small amount of weight will help in balancing your hormones
and regulating your menstrual cycle.
4.
Quite Smoking as smoking increases the levels of androgen
in your body.
5. Birth Control Pills are also prescribed for reducing your
symptoms, and fertility medicines are prescribed in case of infertility issues
because of PCOD.
PCOD - How Ayurveda
Can Help?
·
In Ayurveda, PCOD is
caused due to an imbalance of any of the two doshas - Pitta (Fire) and Kapha
(Water). Aggravated Pitta causes contamination of the dhatus or tissues like
blood and plasma. This causes a buildup of toxins or ama in the body.
·
In PCOS patients,
these toxins get accumulated in the channels of the mind, leading to an
imbalance of hormones secreted by the pituitary gland. This results in an
imbalance of female hormones and causes the formation of ovarian cyst which is
nothing but a collection of fluids within the ovary, anovulatory periods or
periods with no ovulation etc.
-Correcting hormonal imbalance
-Reducing Obesity
-Reducing high cholesterol levels
Herbs like Ashoka (saraca asoca), Dashamoola are amongst a group of herbs which are used to prepare Sukumara Kashaya like Ashwangdha, Eranda, Shatavari etc for correcting hormonal imbalance.
Other drugs for curing PCOS are-
1.Shatavari
This helps mainly in promoting normal development of ovarian follicles. It also regulates periods and aids in revitalizing the female reproductive system. Shatavari also helps in controlling high levels of insulin due to PCOS, due to its phytoestrogen or natural plant based estrogen levels.
2.Guduchi
Guduchi is a powerful anti- inflammatory herb. We know that chronic inflammation in body tissues is the root cause for insulin imbalance and ovarian cysts in women. This herb helps in revitalizing body tissues and lowering insulin resistance.
3. Shatapushpa
Shatapushpa seeds are used as a supplement as the phytoestrogens in them bring down inflammation and control insulin resistance.
4.Triphala
Triphala is rich in Vita. C- a powerful natural antioxidant that helps in reducing inflammation by reducing free radicals. Hence this remedy is excellent for cleansing and detoxifying systems and is therefore best taken prior to taking any other Ayurvedic medicines to improve outcome.
5.Aloe Vera - Grita Kumari
Aloe Vera is yet another Ayurvedic herb that is extremely beneficial in treating PCOS as it helps in regularizing menstrual cycles and promote normal menstruation. It also normalizes hormonal imbalance.
FOR MORE DETAILS:
Contact:
Vd. Nirjar T. Shukla
Shadashiv Ayurvedic Clinic.
Panchakarma & Acupuncture Centre.
Hatadiya Bazar,
Lunawada-389230
Mahisagar
Gujarat
Ph: 99799 56633
Shadashiv Ayurvedic Clinic.
Panchakarma & Acupuncture Centre.
5/B Srutikunj Socity,
B/S Ilaj medical store,
Nr. Old Maninagar Railway Crossing.
Maninagar (E).-980008
Ahmedabad.
Gujarat
Ph: +919429618855, +919979956633.
http://shadashivayurvedic.com/
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