Policystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disease in women during reproductive years, and is characterized by a range of symptoms related to hormone imbalances, particularly an excess of androgens and issues with ovulation and fertility.
PCOS is not explained in Ayurveda as a single disease entity, but it can be considered a yoniroga (gynecological disorder). The Sushruta Samhita (Su.Sa.2:4) classifies 8 ovarian diseases based on specific clinical characteristics, where the fifth disease closely resembles PCOS: granthibhuta artava dushti , a disease where “the ovum has an appearance similar to a cyst“, caused by an imbalance in Kapha and Vata doshas.
Although mainly associated with irregular or absent periods and excessive weight gain, not all women will manifest PCOS the same way. The diagnose is made during the fertile age, however the PCOS can still manifest after menopause with high negative impact if not properly treated.
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