AN OVERVIEW OF AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN DISEASE: A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH
Dr. Amrita Mishra* and Dr. Priyanka Mhatre
ABSTRACT
Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a condition characterized by hyperandrogenism, menstrual disturbances, obesity, hirsutism and infertility. It is a health problem that affects three in ten women of the child bearing age group. Menstrual disturbances include amenorrhoea, oligomenorrhoea and irregular menstruation which further leads to infertility. Ultrasound examination shows cysts in the ovaries. Modern aspect of treatment includes hormonal supplements for menstrual regulation and other symptomatic treatment modalities.
Keywords: Polycystic ovarian disease, hyperandrogenism, infertility, hirsutism.
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