According to the Indian Fertility Society, PCOS impacts 3.7%–22.5% of Indian women (about 1.3–7.9 crore). Though it causes significant physical, social, and emotional challenges, PCOS remains under‑recognized. Focusing on prevention and early detection is critical. This guide explores PCOS types, symptoms, and management options to better understand this complex condition.
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age, influenced by genetics and lifestyle. It is characterized by irregular or absent menstrual cycles, high androgen levels, and numerous tiny ovarian cysts. Insulin resistance raises insulin levels, stimulating excessive androgen production and disrupting ovulation. Typical symptoms include irregular periods, acne, weight gain, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), and infertility. Diagnosis requires at least two of the following: irregular ovulation, elevated androgens, and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. While incurable, PCOS can be controlled through lifestyle modification and medications—such as contraceptives, anti‑androgens, and insulin sensitizers. Untreated, it may lead to type 2 diabetes, infertility, heart disease, and endometrial cancer.
Different PCOS phenotypes include:
Symptoms may start at puberty or later, often worsened by weight gain or metabolic stress, and can include:
PCOS arises from a combination of factors:
More likely in those with:
Long-term effects may include:
A comprehensive evaluation is used, including:
Diagnosis uses Rotterdam criteria—two out of three features are sufficient.
Focuses on symptom control, cycle regulation, fertility, and long‑term health:
Laparoscopic ovarian drilling: Minimally invasive procedure creating small ovarian perforations to restore ovulation when medication fails.
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A hormonal condition causing irregular periods, high androgens, and ovarian cysts.
It's due to genetics, insulin resistance, and hormone imbalance.
Irregular periods, difficulty conceiving, acne, hirsutism, and weight issues.
Based on medical history, pelvic ultrasound, blood tests showing at least two Rotterdam criteria.
Yes, due to anovulation—but many women conceive with treatment.
Lifestyle, hormone therapy, metformin, anti-androgens; fertility drugs or surgery if needed.
Not cured, but well-managed through medical and lifestyle approaches.
Yes, with ovulation induction or assisted reproduction.
Through diet, exercise, weight control, and prescribed meds.
Yes, including diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer—ongoing monitoring is essential.
