PCOD Vs PCOS

PCOD

PCOD is a condition in which the ovaries contain many immature or partially mature eggs. Which eventually turns to cysts.

PCOS

PCOS is a metabolic hormonal disorder where the ovaries produce more androgens that leads to the formation of more follicular cyst in ovary that stops the release of eggs.

PCOS
Three signs :

High Androgens
Irregular periods
Polycysts

Types of PCOS:

Inflammatory PCOS
Insulin resistant PCOS
Adrenal PCOS
Post pill PCOS

Symptoms:

Irregular periods
Insulin resistance , Diabetes
Weight gain or trouble losing weight
Infertility
Excess hair growth on face & chest
Hair loss
Depression and anxiety
Extreme tiredness
Dark patches on the skin

Diagnosis
Pelvic Examination
Blood test
Ultrasound – 12 or more follicles per ovary
Ovaries are 3 times larger in size.
PCOD: 5-6 follicles per ovary Small and immature
Ovary shows Pearl necklace appearnce.

Treatment:
Medications :
Ovulation helping medicines
Menstrul cycle regulating medicines
Metformin

Treatment:

Exercising
Maintain healthy lifestyle
IVF
Surgery – Ovarian drilling done to restores ovulation

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