PCOD, a medical abbreviation for polycystic ovarian disease, is a relatively common gynaecological problem where women of reproductive age group produce immature or partially mature eggs in abundance within their ovaries. 

These eggs over time turn into cysts which leads to ovary enlargement and secretion of androgen hormone in excess, leading to irregular menses, infertility, weight gain, and other health issues. It is believed that PCOD is often associated with unhealthy eating, a sedentary lifestyle, hormone-altering medicine, environmental pollution, and intake of several over-the-counter medications and supplements. As per Dr. Chitali Mahjan Trivedi, best doctor for PCOD treatment in Mumbai, ‘The most affected women are those who have a family history of PCOD, have excess insulin and androgen in their body, or have low-grade inflammation.’

Most females are unaware of the signs of PCOD, its implications, and its treatment options. If suspecting your daughter has PCOD, here are the common signs/symptoms that you should look out for:

• Unpredictable or irregular menstrual periods
• Skin darkening or pigmentation around the neck
• Unwanted weight gain or difficulty in losing weight
• Extra, unwelcomed body hair (hirsutism)
• Male pattern baldness or hair loss
• Small, fleshy skin tags
• Difficulty in conceiving
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Depression
• Sleep disorders
• Acne.

Gynaecologist in Mumbai, Dr. Chitali Mahajn Trivedi can help your daughter having the above-mentioned symptoms by:

• Accurate Diagnosis- A gynaecologist can assess the symptoms of your daughter, conduct a thorough physical exam, and order an ultrasound to check for polycystic ovaries and other blood tests to rule out other possibilities. Thus, a gynaecologist can confirm the PCOD.

• Treatment- After confirming PCOD, a gynaecologist may create a treatment plan, as per the patient’s symptoms. The treatment plan may include lifestyle modifications, medications to regulate periods, acne treatments, hair removal, or in severe cases, laparoscopic ovarian drilling.  

• Fertility support- If your daughter has fertility issues due to PCOD, a gynaecologist can guide and support her with fertility treatments.

• Long-term management- A gynaecologist can help manage PCOD symptoms and prevent long-term health implications such as heart disease and risk of diabetes.

Get PCOD treatment in Mumbai!

Dr. Chaitali Mahaj Trivedi, is a top-rated gynaecologist in Mumbai  at Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, holds vast experience in handling adolescent girls and women suffering from PCOD. 

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