Things that people still do not know about PCOS

Read this insightful article by IVF experts of the best IVF clinic in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World on things that people do not know about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS as it is commonly known as is a medical condition that affects the hormonal balance in women of reproductive age. IVF experts of the best IVF center in Delhi – Gunjan IVF World have penned an informative blog on PCOS. Read and find out about this medical condition.

What is PCOS?

“Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS is a condition where the ovaries produce excess hormones called androgens leading to hormonal imbalance. As a result of which women with PCOS suffer from irregular menstrual cycles, missed periods and unpredictable ovulation. Not just that, these excess hormones directly impact body weight,” says Dr. Gunjan Gupta, a celebrated gynaecologist Ghaziabad and the Founder & Medical Director of Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF center in Ghaziabad. Gunjan IVF World has three other highly advanced clinics at Janakpuri, Noida and Meerut. It has been bestowed with the award of the best IVF chain in North India for two consecutive years by Economic Times.

“An interesting fact that most women with PCOS do not know is that they might be eating as much as others but are still gaining more weight. So, stop blaming yourself for the weight gain. Instead, consult a gynecologist or a fertility specialist near you,” stated Dr. Aastha Raheja, Consultant at a renowned IVF center in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World, who else.

“Some patients that we see at Gunjan IVF World often tell us that they feel lazy. It is important for you all to know that women with PCOS often suffer from fatigue. That is not laziness. The fatigue could be a result of heavy period bleeding, imbalance in insulin levels, nutrient deficiencies and other causes,” mentioned Dr. Garima Sharma, Consultant and Center In-Charge at Gunjan IVF World – a leading IVF clinic in Janakpuri.

“PCOS patients can get 8 hours of sleep and still feel low on energy,” added Dr. Megha Solanki, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World, the best IVF center in Janakpuri.

“And yes, there is something called lean PCOS too… where the BMI or body mass index is normal but you have other symptoms of PCOS,” concluded Dr. Shubhda Gupta, gynecologist Noida and Consultant at a well-known IVF center in Noida – Gunjan IVF World.

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