PCOS: THE SUBSTENTIAL TERM

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a neuroendocrine metabolic disorder characterized by irregular menstruation. The 18 to 44 age group represents approximately 5 to 10 percent of this age group. Infertility, the inability to conceive after more than one year of unprotected intercourse during the appropriate menstrual cycle, is a global problem. Female infertility accounts for 35-40 percent of all infertility cases. Therefore, more research and understanding of PCOS is needed. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, polycystic ovaries, anovulation and insulin resistance, obesity, hypertension, dyspnea, uterine bleeding and infertility. Most patients use allopathic medicines but the results are not good. Interventions include herbal extracts of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe), Vitex agnus-castus and ocimum tenuiflorum. Flax, clove, cohosh, licorice, nettle, Tribulus, licorice. Peony, dandelion and cinnamon. Endocrine effects include decreased levels of luteinizing hormone (LH), prolactin, fasting insulin and testosterone. There is evidence of ovulation control, improved metabolic hormone levels and increased fertility in patients with PCOS. This course aims to examine PCOS according to Ayurveda and learn about safe and effective Ayurvedic treatment of PCOS.