PCOD/ PCOS

Symptoms of PCOS such as severe acne, weight gain, and hirsutism can also have a big impact on mental health. There also is growing evidence that PCOS can affect a patient's mental health, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Psychotherapy or Counselling can help reduce the psychological impact of PCOS.
What is PCOS?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or Polycystic Ovary Disorder (PCOD) is a hormonal and metabolic disease. It is caused when a female’s body is not able to complete its monthly ovulation process. Women suffering from PCOS have less than 8 menstruation periods in a year. The cysts observed on the lining of the ovaries are actually, immature eggs that have not matured enough to be ejected out of the body and hence are stuck on the ovary walls. This leads to an imbalance in the hormone levels of the body, leading to the rise of the androgen levels. These hormones lead to body hair in unwanted places, weight gain, hair loss and other health problems.
Can PCOS/PCOD Cause other Chronic Diseases?
In one small word, Yes, PCOS can cause other chronic diseases. It is rather unfortunate that despite the threat PCOS poses to health, it is brushed off as something easily manageable. Yes, it is true that PCOS can be reversed through weight loss. But weight loss in itself is difficult with PCOS. Here are some common chronic disease caused by PCOS:

1. Diabetes:
As has been established before, no one can say why Type 1 PCOS leads to Type II Diabetes but it does. However, PCOS does not just lead to type II diabetes, it also leads to gestational diabetes. We all know that diabetes is a lifelong chronic disease and the underlying cause behind 50% of deaths globally. In fact, in 2016-17, it was the largest killer in India. It is also true, that given the Indian society, most cases of PCOS remain undiagnosed, leading to a rise in instances of diabetes in women.

2. Blood Pressure:
Diabetes and blood pressure go hand in hand. Nobody knows if diabetes causes blood pressure or blood pressure causes diabetes. But the presence of one is a sure shot indication of the other.

3. Liver Diseases/Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver:
As has been established before, yes, PCOS affects the liver, making it weak and exposing it to infections. This reality was revealed and confirmed in a recent study. Hormonal imbalance in the body directly contributes to the deterioration of liver health. This also leads to obesity which leads to the development of the non-alcoholic fatty liver.

4. Depression and Anxiety:
Female sex hormones also have an effect on a woman’s psyche. This means that any disturbance in the delicate balance of hormones leads to mood swings. Furthermore, obesity results in social seclusion and damaged self-image. All these factors together, along with long periods of continuous stress may lead to the development of depression or anxiety in women. In fact, a study revealed, that women with PCOS are prone to suffer from Postpartum Depression.

5. Infertility:
PCOS is the largest cause of infertility in women. While this infertility can be cured with medication that helps reverse PCOS, some women can only get pregnant through IVF or after an operation.

6. Sleep Apnea:
Obesity causes sleep apnea, which further leads to putting stress on the body and mind, which leads to psychological issues, as well as the development of more adipose tissue in the body.

7. Heart Disease:
PCOS does not only leads to the development of diabetes and blood pressure. It creates the deadly cocktail of high cholesterol, blood pressure and diabetes. This leads to higher risks of developing heart diseases, leading to strokes or heart attack.
Managing PCOS with lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle has been shown to be the most effective approach to managing PCOS successfully and reducing the severity of symptoms. A healthy lifestyle includes eating a balanced and nutritious diet, maintaining a healthy weight, being as active as possible, and minimising harmful habits such as smoking and excessive drinking.

A healthy diet will ensure you get an adequate intake of nutrients, vitamins and minerals.

Physical activity
Being physically active is very important in managing PCOS. It has been shown to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of developing related long-term health conditions.

For women with PCOS, there are many benefits of regular exercise, including:

increased energy levels and fitness
improved self-confidence and motivation
reduced anxiety and depression
reduced insulin resistance
improved menstrual regularity and fertility
help with weight maintenance or weight loss.
Research has shown any type of regular exercise is effective in improving PCOS symptoms. Whether it is moderate or vigorous aerobic exercise or resistance (using weights) exercise, women’s PCOS symptoms will improve.

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