AskDocDoc
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 12M : 30S
background image
Click Here
background image
Endocrine & Hormonal Imbalances
Question #14809
200 days ago
310

pcos or pcod kya hai - #14809

Aditya

I am wondering about pcos or pcod kya hai because I've been having a lot of health issues lately. My periods are super irregular, sometimes skipping for months, and I can't shake this weird weight gain around my middle. It all started after I had my second kid, I thought it was just normal mom stuff but now I'm not so sure. I went to the doctor, and she mentioned pcos or pcod kya hai and that it could be the cause of my symptoms. I ended up doing some blood tests, and I was shocked to see my insulin levels were off the charts! Now, I just feel lost. I've read a bit online about pcos or pcod kya hai, but honestly, it’s confusing. My friend told me it could cause fertility issues, which makes me panic a little since we're thinking about another baby. Can someone explain pcos or pcod kya hai in simple terms? How did you cope or manage it if you’ve been there? I mean, I’d like to feel more in control of my health again, it's just frustrating not knowing what to do next. Should I be looking into dietary changes or maybe something else? Thanks for any insights!

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) or PCOD (Polycystic Ovary Disorder) are actually terms used to describe a common condition among women that can affect your ovaries and hormone levels, leading to various symptoms like irregular periods, weight gain, and even fertility issues. The cause isn’t fully known, but it often involves a combination of genetic and environmental factors that affect hormone regulation. Your irregular periods and weight gain around the middle can certainly be attributed to PCOS/PCOD as they are classic symptoms. Elevated insulin levels, as you’ve indicated, are common as well because many women with PCOS have insulin resistance. This can also relate to weight gain and affect hormone balance, in turn affecting your menstrual cycle.

Managing PCOS involves a multifaceted approach. One crucial aspect is lifestyle modifications—dietary changes can be quite beneficial in managing insulin levels and weight. A diet low in refined carbohydrates and sugars, while high in fiber and lean proteins, can help in regulating your insulin and potentially improve symptoms. Regular physical activity is also key and has been shown to help with weight control and insulin resistance. If fertility is a concern, there are treatments available, including medications that can help stimulate ovulation.

It’s important to keep following up with your healthcare provider for personalized management. They may prescribe medications to address specific symptoms, like hormonal therapies to regularize periods or medications to improve insulin sensitivity. You should also discuss with your provider any plans you have regarding future pregnancies, as they can guide you through safe and effective fertility planning in the context of PCOS. Remember, each person with PCOS experiences different symptoms and thus requires a plan tailored specifically to their needs. Seeking guidance from a nutritionist might be beneficial, and continuous monitoring of your condition is advisable.

20178 answered questions
90% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


slow metabolism causes
reason for cholesterol
how to cure thyroid naturally
how to get milk from breast without pregnancy
can hypothyroidism cause high blood pressure
can thyroid be cured permanently
how much ashwagandha per day for testosterone
do testosterone increase height
Is Pervital syrup safe for appetite increase in adults with thyroid disease?
is thyroid treatable
is thyroid is curable
Low Muscle Mass/ Muscle Wasting
when to take wild yam in cycle
what is difference between pcod and pcos
Height increase related,i am5.5 feet so
endocrinology consultation
how to reverse metabolic syndrome
can sugarcane juice cause diabetes
what causes low blood sugar without diabetes
how to reduce body heat in female
cause of pcos and pcod
Pcos
novelon uses for pcos
can women produce milk without being pregnant
what causes metabolic syndrome
does ginger increase testosterone
what happens if you take 2 thyroid pills in one day by mistake
is hyperthyroidism dangerous
pcos severe symptoms
diabetes mellitus diet chart
how to remove excess heat from body
How to adjust my thyroid medication if my TSH is 4.87 after taking 75 mcg?
hormonal acne home remedies
what happens if i miss my thyroid medication one day
difference between pcod and pcos symptoms
which shatavari powder is best
does moringa powder increase testosterone
Concerns About Thyroid Levels, Weight Gain, and Memory Issues
which juice is good for diabetes
how to increase testosterone for beard growth
what is the function of the adrenal gland
how to increase thyroid hormone naturally
How to manage uncontrolled hypothyroidism after stopping Levothyroxine for a month?
is dizziness after eating a sign of diabetes
where is the pituitary gland located
what are the symptoms of hypothyroidism
What to do for hormonal imbalance causing irregular periods after a year?
what is pcod and pcos and its symptoms
what causes thyroid problems
PCOD situation!! What should I do to resolve my this situation ?
how to reduce thyroid naturally
can sugar patients drink sugarcane juice
how to take shatavari powder
is ashwagandha good for women
testron harmon how to increase
can female take ashwagandha
Can I experience hypoglycemia with once daily metformin and a C-Peptide of 1.5?
symptoms of pcod or pcos
how to cure pcod
Rgles sous pilule
how to reduce heat from body
does chyawanprash increase testosterone
why milk is coming from breast without pregnancy
diet chart for diabetes
which juice is good for sugar patients
can diabetic drink sugarcane juice
what to eat when sugar is low
how to reduce internal body heat
Question about Marrying a person having type 2 DM
bp for women
dermatologist recommended supplements for hormonal acne
What is the connection between hormonal imbalance, PCOS, and symptoms like weight gain and irregular periods?
why am i losing weight so fast
will testosterone increase height
how long does hormonal imbalance bleeding last
what is the difference between pcod and pcos
Excessive hunger and anxiety and sugar
pcos medicine side effects
how to control heat in our body
diabetic types
what is madhumeh
Pcos
what causes hypothyroidism
what causes hormonal imbalance
how to cure pcod problem
how to take out milk from breast of a girl without pregnancy
what to eat when blood sugar is low
does shatavari increase estrogen
different types of diabetes mellitus
how to cure hypothyroidism
does testosterone increase height
slow metabolism
sugar control diet chart
How can i increase my height at years old
Ihave marfanoid syndrome and because of this i think my originalgrawth and development of body has stopped. My weight is not gain even i have ghd
does increase in testosterone increase height
Changes in Body Hair and Menstrual Cycle
pcod ka treatment
can thyroid can be cured permanently
Short height