Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age — and the leading cause of anovulatory infertility. Mother Hospitals & IVF Center offers comprehensive PCOS management from lifestyle support to advanced fertility treatment.
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PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is a hormonal imbalance where the ovaries produce excess androgens (male hormones), causing irregular periods, cysts on the ovaries, and ovulation problems. It affects 1 in 5 women in India.
Irregular or missed periods, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, weight gain, hair loss, difficulty getting pregnant, and multiple small cysts visible on ultrasound.
PCOS can cause anovulation (lack of ovulation), making natural pregnancy difficult. However, with proper treatment — from ovulation induction tablets to IVF — most women with PCOS can achieve pregnancy.
Yes, many women with PCOS conceive naturally, especially with lifestyle changes, weight management, and ovulation induction tablets. Dr. Prashanthi Reddy will start with the least invasive approach.
Women with PCOS generally have a good number of eggs and respond well to IVF stimulation. However, they are at higher risk of OHSS (ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome), which we manage carefully with modified protocols.
Common medications include Metformin, Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid), Letrozole for ovulation induction, and hormonal treatments to regulate periods. Treatment is tailored to your goals.
PCOS is a lifelong condition but it is very manageable. With the right treatment, most women with PCOS can regulate their cycles, manage symptoms, and achieve pregnancy.
A low-glycaemic, anti-inflammatory diet helps manage insulin resistance in PCOS. Reducing sugar, refined carbohydrates, and processed foods while increasing protein and fibre can significantly improve symptoms and fertility.