PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is the most common cause of infertility among women. The condition may interfere with the release of the eggs from the ovaries. If you have PCOS, your body over-produces androgens which are often called as male hormones, even though women’s body produces them as well.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The endocrine disorders among females are of various types but the most common one is the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which is basically an inherited disorder and can be received from either parent. The chances of occurrence of this disorder vary from 5-10% among the females of age group of 12-45 resulting in female sub-fertility…. Read more »
Overcoming Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome With Natural Therapies
When I was in my thirties, I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. (PCOS) is a hormonal balance that affects 5-10% of women ages 11-45 years old. The cause of the disorder is not really known, but it tends t run in families. The ovaries in a woman with PCOS produce too much androgen. Androgen… Read more »
Fibroid Treatment Without Surgery
Fibroid treatment without surgery can take many forms. Some women may use drug treatment, such as anti-inflammatories, the contraceptive pill, progestins, androgen therapy or hormonal therapy. Some will give symptomatic relief whereas others may reduce the size of fibroids.
Surgical Menopause in Perspective
Sometimes women go through menopause not as a natural phenomenon but rather as a result of a sudden drop in the levels of their androgens and oestrogens. Compared to the early natural menopause which is very much gradual the surgical menopause is very sudden. As a result it leads to the development of several symptoms… Read more »