How Polycystic Ovarian Disease affects you body?

 

Introduction

PCOD is a disease that affects your body. The illness causes ulcers on the skin, muscles and joints. People with Polycystic Ovarian Disease experience pain in the affected areas, which may also be swollen and red. The symptoms of PCOD are often mistaken for those of other conditions such as arthritis or skin infections. It is important to get proper diagnosis and treatment before the condition worsens.

Abnormal Menstruation

• Irregular periods: PCOD can cause irregular periods, as well as heavy or lighter bleeding. Women who have PCOD may experience one of the following scenarios:

• Heavy bleeding —Heavy bleeding is when you have a heavier flow than usual during your period. You may experience this during the first day or two after your period starts. Then, if it continues for more than two weeks, you should talk with your doctor about it.

• Light bleeding —Light bleeding follicles being blocked and unable to produce new hairs. This means that there will not be enough nutrients is when you have very little blood flow during your period and might not need to use any protection from stains on clothing or bedding. This type of light flow will last anywhere from one week to three months at a time before returning back to normal again (or so-called "normal").

Excess Hair Growth

Hair loss is one of the most common side effects of PCOD. Although loss of hair can be a temporary condition, it could also be permanent if not treated at an early stage. If you have PCOD and are experiencing hair loss, it's important to consult your doctor as soon as possible so that they can recommend a treatment plan for you.

Hair loss in women with Polycystic Ovarian Disease is caused by the for new hair growth which results in thinning or complete disappearance of existing strands on your scalp.

There are medications available on prescription that help minimize this problem by ensuring proper function of hormones responsible for keeping hair healthy and strong; however, these usually take time before showing any visible results so don't expect overnight miracles!

Weight Gain

You may have heard that PCOD affects your body in many ways. One of the most noticeable effects is weight gain. Weight gain can be caused by high levels of testosterone, a hormone that regulates your reproductive system and controls other hormones in the body. This can lead to many health issues, such as diabetes or heart disease.

Skin Darkening

Skin darkening is another symptom of PCOD. The skin on the face, neck, abdomen and upper back may become darker than usual. It can be caused by increased production of male hormones (androgens) which stimulates oil glands to produce more sebum that blocks pores and leads to a build-up of dead cells on the surface of your skin.

Depression

Depression is a common symptom of PCOD. It's a mental illness that can be treated, but it often goes undiagnosed because of how it manifests physically. Depression can cause physical symptoms, like weight gain, fatigue and skin problems.

Depression is caused by many factors including genetics, life experiences and brain chemistry. Symptoms of depression may include:

• Feeling sad or hopeless for weeks at a time
• Loss of interest in activities you usually enjoy
• Trouble concentrating on things like reading the newspaper or watching TV
• Thoughts about hurting yourself (for example, suicide) or others

Fertility Issues

Fertility issues can be a consequence of PCOD. Depending on the severity of PCOD and its symptoms, it may affect fertility in both men and women. In fact, it has been estimated that up to 40% of women with PCOD are infertile due to ovulation disorders and menstrual irregularities.

Some women who have PCOD struggle to conceive because they have irregular or absent periods (amenorrhea). Other women can ovulate but have problems with their fallopian tubes, so they're unable to carry a fertilized egg from their uterus down into the fallopian tube where it can attach itself for implantation into the uterine wall. Additional causes include higher levels of male hormones (androgens) that reduce fertility by causing an irregular cycle or preventing ovulation altogether; poor egg quality; and endometriosis which is growths from inside your uterus onto other organs such as your bladder or intestines.

PCOD is a hormonal disease that can lead to various issues.

PCOD is a hormonal disease that can lead to various issues, including:

Hair loss

PCOD can cause thinning of the hair on your scalp and elsewhere on your body. It may also cause hair loss from the eyebrows and eyelashes.

Acne

Women with PCOD are more prone to acne than other women, due to their high levels of male hormones (androgens). Acne often appears as blackheads or whiteheads on the face and chest; cysts in the ovaries; painful cysts that look like boils under the skin or in your ovaries; and hirsutism—unwanted growth of facial hair in women who aren't genetically predisposed to it.

Hirsutism

Excessive facial/body hair in women who are not genetically predisposed to it

Conclusion

We hope you have a better understanding of PCOD and how it affects you as a woman. If you think you may have Polycystic Ovarian Disease, then seek medical advice now Online Gynaecologist Consulations are also available and it is very convenient for anyone.