Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS is a hormonal disorder commonly prevalent among women of reproductive age. It is characterised by a hormonal imbalance and an elevation of insulin levels in the body. Unfortunately, there are plenty of misconceptions surrounding PCOS, which can create unnecessary problems in diagnosis and treatment. The efficient doctors at HomoeoCARE have a complete understanding of this condition, which enables them to provide the best homeopathic treatment for PCOS.
Below we have debunked some common myths regarding PCOS for you:
Myth no. 1 – Having polycystic ovaries implies having PCOS.
Although it is easy to believe this myth because of the name of the disease, this is not always the case. Many women suffering from PCOS do not have cysts on their ovaries, and conversely, a woman having cysts may not necessarily have PCOS. To diagnose the condition, you need to have any two of the three indicative symptoms – an excess of the male hormone androgen, irregularity in menstruation, or the presence of cystic ovaries / multiple follicles.
Myth no. 2 – A woman with PCOS can never get pregnant.
Infertility is common among women who have PCOS, but it them can get pregnant. In this condition, infertility occurs because the ovary cannot release an egg that can be fertilised. However, following the right course of PCOS treatment in homeopathy can greatly improve the chances of conception in women suffering from the disorder and let them experience motherhood naturally.
Myth no. 3 – Irregular menstruation is a guaranteed indicator of PCOS.
Many factors can lead to an irregular menstrual cycle and PCOS is just one of them. Thyroid issues, uterine fibroids, extreme dieting, overexercising, stress, etc. are some of the other reasons that can cause irregular menstruation. The trusted doctors at HomoeoCARE will accurately diagnose your problem and prescribe you the appropriate medication for treatment.
Myth no. 4 – If you have PCOS, you must be overweight or obese.
PCOS presents different symptoms in different women, and not all women with the condition are overweight or obese. Just because an obese woman is experiencing an irregular menstrual cycle, there are chances of her being misdiagnosed with PCOS due to this myth. Even though weight gain or difficulty in losing weight is a common concern in this disorder, it doesn’t always hold for everyone.
Myth no. 5 – All PCOS women experience hirsutism.
Hirsutism or abnormal hair growth is a common sign of PCOS. Due to an increase in androgen levels in the body, women having PCOS tend to grow unwanted hair in areas like the chin, upper lip, chest, etc. But not all women will have this symptom – factors like ethnicity or genetic predisposition also play a role in determining who gets it and who doesn’t.
Dr. Pravin Jain, the best homeopathic doctor in Mumbai and other cities in India, says that homeopathy is the finest treatment option for PCOS as it treats the problem naturally without causing any side effects. It can help women manage their symptoms with ease and live normal life.
