Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age. Polycystic means many cysts, and PCOS often causes clusters of small, pearl-sized cysts in the ovaries. The cysts are fluid-filled and contain immature eggs. PCOS affects one in 4 women. What are the causes behind it? While the exact cause of PCOS is unknown, doctors believe that hormonal imbalances and genetics play a role. Women are more likely to develop PCOS if their mother or sister also has the condition. Overproduction of the hormone androgen may be another contributing factor. Androgen is a male sex hormone that women s bodies also produce. PCOS Symptoms PCOS is a syndrome disease defined by a collection of signs and symptoms. The symptoms of PCOS that one patient experiences can be very different from the symptoms of another patient. If you have two or more of the following symptoms, you need to have a thorough checkup to determine if you need PCOS treatment: Irregular or missing menstrual periods Infertility Excess or unwanted body or facial hair growth Thinning hair on the scalp Weight problems, often including weight gain around the waist Skin problems, including skin tags, darkening skin and acne Does PCOS increase weight? The answer is a YES . Most PCOS patients are overweight and are asked to exercise which helps control the symptoms but a lot many people have a completely normal body type. What are the risks associated with PCOS-related weight gain? No matter what the cause, weight gain can be detrimental to your health. Women with PCOS are more likely to develop many of the problems associated with weight gain and insulin resistance, including: Type 2 diabetes High cholesterol High blood pressure Sleep apnea Infertility Endometrial cancer Many of these conditions can lead to heart disease. In fact, women with PCOS are four to seven times more likely to have a heart attack than women of the same age without the condition. Benefit of Weight Loss with PCOS Modest weight loss will not cure PCOS, but it will help. Weight loss can restore the normal function of the ovaries and result in normal hormone production. This may, in turn, lead to improvements in symptoms of PCOS, such as excess hair growth, acne or scalp hair loss. Protect Yourself From Weight Gain Eat Right: A healthy diet low in complex carbohydrates, moderate protein and low fat is important, as this can help regulate blood sugar levels. Exercise: Start doing low-to-moderate activities like walking or swimming for 30-to-90 minutes per day because exercise (even without weight loss) has been shown to lower or get rid of insulin resistance. Lose Weight: The more overweight you are the more likely you are to be insulin resistant whether you have PCOS or not. Losing just 5% of your bodyweight will help lower your insulin resistance. Avoid Stress: Don t over stress yourself as it increases the blood pressure level in your body and can t help to resist with PCOS. So, try to stay as calm as possible. Get more sleep (at least 7-to-9 hours in a day): Not getting enough sleep can also make your insulin resistance worse, which in turn acquires you the weight. DIET: Cereals: Barley, quinoa, oats, oatmeal, muesli, bran flakes, whole wheat porridge, brown rice, multigrain bread Pulses: Yellow moong, green moong, chana dal, beans, whole pulses Dairy products: Skimmed or toned milk, soy milk, tofu, paneer, yogurt Fruits: Berries, plums, peaches, oranges, papaya, pears, watermelons, apples Nuts: Walnut, almonds, flaxseeds Vegetables: Carrots, peas, broccoli, lettuce, mushrooms, tomatoes, peppers, onions, cauliflower, celery, spinach

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Weight Gain in PCOS

Dt. Mrs. Urvi Kaushal Vakharia91%(48 ratings)

BHSC in Dietetics, Post Graduate Diploma...read more

Dietitian/Nutritionist•Mumbai

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age. Polycystic means many cysts, and PCOS often causes clusters of small, pearl-sized cysts in the ovaries. The cysts are fluid-filled and contain immature eggs. PCOS affects one in 4 women.

What are the causes behind it?
While the exact cause of PCOS is unknown, doctors believe that hormonal imbalances and genetics play a role. Women are more likely to develop PCOS if their mother o...more

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

Naturopathy For Hair Fall

Dr. Heena Quraishi91%(725 ratings)

MD - Alternative Therapies, BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Mumbai

Hectic lifestyle, poor eating habits lead to an increase in stress levels and create unevenness and disorders within the body that affect vital energy. All diseases are believed to be caused by what we eat and what we don t consume. This form of therapy seeks to find the root cause and eliminate the toxins. It focuses on the entire body and uses natural elements and therapies to cure the imbalances rather than eliminate or restrain the symptoms. Naturopaths aid the healing process for a healthy ...more

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy for Hair Growth

Dr. Rohit Goel89%(643 ratings)

Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surge...read more

Ayurvedic Doctor•Delhi

Hair loss is a prime concern for many men and women these days whether it is genetic, due to stress, bad haircare or any medical condition. But with advances in the field and adequate research, various new techniques have cropped up in the market which can combat the condition with ease. Platelet-Rich Plasma or PRP, is showing impressive results in reversing hair loss.

Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a non-surgical and non-invasive technique of treating loss of hair and promotin...more

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

How To Deal With Excessive Dandruff?

Dr. Hardik Pitroda89%(237 ratings)

MD - Dermatology , Venereology & Leprosy...read more

Dermatologist•Ahmedabad

Dandruff is not a major health concern but it can affect your self-confidence and self-image. This condition is most often the result of a dry scalp or type of dermatitis. It could also be caused by a yeast infection or eczema. Common forms of treatment for dandruff include medicated shampoos that fight the fungus or slow down the ageing of skin cells on the scalp. Some ways of treating excessive dandruff are:

Neem- Neem is renowned for its anti-fungal properties that help in the treatm...more

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

Ways To Prevent Hair Loss With Homeopathic Treatment

Dr. Deepak Jain93%(1741 ratings)

BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Agra

Numerous individuals suffer from hair loss and hair fall problems, which inevitably cause low self-esteem and low self-confidence. Although this is not a life threatening condition, this disorder can cause serious self-esteem issues in individuals. Most individuals with extreme hair loss issues are uncomfortable in having a social life and face a constant suffering from within.

There have been numerous kinds and types of medications for treating and preventing hair loss. However, homeop...more

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

Hair Loss - How Acupuncture Can Help Treat it?

Mr. Santosh Pandey91%(87 ratings)

Bachelor in TCM, Diploma in Acupuncture,...read more

Acupuncturist•Mumbai

Acupuncture refers to an alternative treatment procedure in which needles are pierced at certain specific points in your body known as energy lines or meridians, in the process, to treat a a health condition. Acupuncture is used to treat different kinds of health problems. Hair loss is a very distressing problem for men and women alike.

There are many causes that can be responsible for your hair loss such as:

Using hair styling gels and other substances
Genetic problemsmore

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

All About Alopecia Areata

Kaya Skin Clinic91%(389 ratings)

Dermatology Backed Expert Skin & Hair Ca...read more

Dermatologist•Kolkata

Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease (wherein the body s immune system attacks its own healthy tissues rather than the malicious pathogens). There is no permanent solution for alopecia areata. However, there are some treatments available which would aid in preventing hair loss as well as stimulating growth of hair. The focus of therapies would be on strengthening the hair roots, scalp and fibre so that breakage is averted and your hair is restored to a healthy condition.

The therapi...more

Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip

Dandruff - Can Ayurvedic Remedies Help Treat it?

Dr. Pratik Bhoite92%(239 ratings)

MD, Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and S...read more

Ayurvedic Doctor•Mumbai

Dandruff is a non-contagious condition that is characterized by the appearance of skin flakes on your scalp. The disorder is not a serious one, but can be embarrassing for the person concerned. Mild symptoms of this disorder can be taken care of by shampooing with a mild cleanser on a regular basis. In case of severe dandruff symptoms, treatment may be required.

Symptoms
The symptoms of dandruff are easily spotted; white flakes of dead skin appear on the hair and shoulders. You may ...more

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 8 Doctors for Hair loss in Chennai

Dr. Ravichandran

Dermatologist•Chennai

1. Dr. Sajai varghese

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/chennai/doctor/dr-sajai-varghese-dermatologist

Mbbs, md - dermatology, m. D, (skin), dnb, fage

30 years experience 1000 at clinic

A well-known dermatologist with a practise in madras, india, Dr. Sajai varghese is known for his work. He has extensive training in the use of cutting-edge medical procedures for the treatment of skin and hair-related disorders, including hair transplantation, follicle t...more

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 10 Doctors for Hair Loss In Bhopal

Dr. Devanshi Mohd. Imran

MD - Dermatology, Fellowship in lasers a...read more

Dermatologist•Bhopal

;1. Dr. Shreyansh tiwari

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/bhopal/doctor/dr-shreyansh-tiwari-dermatologist

Mbbs, ddv - dermatologist.

16 years experience 400 at clinic 500 online. ;

Dr. Shreyansh tiwari is a proficient and well regarded dermatologist at sparsh skin care clinic in bhopal, india. He is a renowned doctor for hair loss treatment and provides expertise services through integrating medical science and technology. He ha...more

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 9 Doctors for Psoriasis Treatment in Delhi

Dr. Pritam Pankaj

MBBS, MD

Dermatologist•Delhi

1. Dr. Munish paul ;

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/delhi/doctor/dr-munish-paul-dermatologist

Md-dermatology, mbbs bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery

28 years experience 800 - 1000 at clinic

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Dr. Munish paul, a board-certified dermatologist with 28 years of experience, has successfully treated several patients suffering from psoriasis and other skin conditions. Dr. Paul's dedication to his profession and pride in improv...more

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Home remedies for itchy scalp

Dr. Vikas Raman

Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surge...read more

Ayurvedic Doctor•Dhanbad

Itchy scalp, also known as scalp pruritus, is a disorder in which the scalp becomes itchy and painful. Itchy scalp is most common in the elder person. Itchy scalp is caused due to the frequent changes in the shampoos, hives, scabies, dandruff, severe headache, discoid lupus, anxiety disorder etc. The symptoms of the itchy scalp are redness, sores on the scalp, low-grade fever, patches on the scalp, sores filled with pus, bald patches, dry skin, redness, swelling on the scalp ...more

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Inverse Psoriasis natural treatment

Dr. Smita Patil

Ayurvedic Doctor•Kolhapur

This medical condition of inverse psoriasis is a version of psoriasis which predominantly affects the skin folds. This condition appears in the skin folds as a shiny rash in areas like the genitals, the armpits and under the breasts. This medical condition of inverse psoriasis does not give out any kind of scales due to the moist environment of the region where it has appeared. ;

The rashes on the skin folds appear differently depending on the type of the ...more

1320 people found this helpful

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 10 Doctors for Psoriasis in Hyderabad

Dr. Sruthi Alla

MBBS

Dermatologist•Hyderabad

1. Dr. Vijay bhasker reddy ch

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/hyderabad/doctor/dr-vijay-bhasker-reddy-ch-dermatologist

Md - dermatology, venereology & leprosy

8 years experience 500 at clinic 300 online

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He has assisted locals with a range of medical problems using his skills as a dermatologist. He received an md from osmania medical college in hyderabad in dermatology, venereology, and leprosy, among other medical specialties.
...more

414 people found this helpful

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 10 Doctors for Dandruff Treatment in Bangalore

Dr. Nihal Yadav

MD - Dermatology, MBBS

Dermatologist•Bangalore

1. Dr. Paresh a manore

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/bangalore/doctor/dr-paresh-a-manore-alternative-medicine-specialist

Md

14 years experience 300 at clinic

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He is a highly regarded physician who has successfully managed the treatment of a number of patients whose conditions were quite severe. In addition to his expertise in alternative medicine, he is also a skilled hair transplant surgeon.

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Through the indian board...more

199 people found this helpful

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 8 Doctors for Hair loss Treatment in Nagpur

Dr. Devendra Jilhare

Dermatologist•Nagpur

1. Dr. Sandeep anwane

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/nagpur/doctor/dr-sandeep-anwane-homeopath

Bhms

13 years experience 500 at clinic 300 online

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He is a well-respected homoeopathic doctor who has treated a number of patients with complex issues. As a trichologist and a cosmetician, he excels. He is a very skilled and caring medical practitioner who puts his patients before himself.

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He is so experienced that he can...more

173 people found this helpful

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

इन्वर्स सोरायसिस का प्राकृतिक उपचार

Dr. Ashok Shah

Dermatologist•Kolhapur

इनवर्स सोरायसिस एक प्रकार का सोरायसिस है जो आमतौर पर त्वचा की परतों में एक चमकदार दाने के रूप में प्रकट होता है।ये अकसर बगलों, जननांग और स्तनों के नीचे विकसित होता है । इनवर्स सोरायसिस में त्वचा में खुरदुरापन नहीं होता क्योंकि ये नम वातावरण वाली जगहों रैश के रूप में पनपते हैं।

हल्की या गोरी त्वचा पर वालों में ये दाने गुलाबी या लाल रंग के हो सकते हैं और इसमें सफेद रंग के धब्बे हो सकते हैं। गेंहुई त्वचा पर यह एक साल्मन के रंग के दाने के रूप में दिखाई देता है जिसपर सफेद रंग के स्केल्स होत...more

1975 people found this helpful

Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip

Top 10 Doctors for Hair Loss Treatment in Lucknow

Dr. Garima Mehrotra

MBBS, Diploma In Dermatology And Venerol...read more

Dermatologist•Lucknow

1. Dr. Himani tandon

Https://www. Lybrate. Com/lucknow/doctor/dr-himani-tandon-dermatologist ;

Md - dermatology, mbbs bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery

6 years experience 500 at clinic ;

She is a physician with both a prestigious education and vast clinical experience. She is a highly recognised dermatologist who has assisted numerous individuals with complex challenges. She received her md in dermatology from mjp rohilkha...more

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