PCOD
PCOD or Polycystic Ovarian disease is a health condition in which poly or multiple cysts get formed in the ovaries. Cysts are small sacs filled with fluid. In PCOD, a woman has abnormal levels of hormones that can cause problems with menses and make it difficult to get pregnant. PCOD may also cause unwanted changes to the body making the woman develop masculine features.
If PCOD is not treated, it can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease.
What causes PCOD?
The exact cause of PCOD is not known, yet it is believed that hormonal imbalances and genetics are the main causes. Women whose mother or sister also has PCOD, have more chances of developing it.
What are the symptoms of PCOD?
The symptoms of PCOD include
PCOD or Polycystic Ovarian disease is a health condition in which poly or multiple cysts get formed in the ovaries. Cysts are small sacs filled with fluid. In PCOD, a woman has abnormal levels of hormones that can cause problems with menses and make it difficult to get pregnant. PCOD may also cause unwanted changes to the body making the woman develop masculine features.
If PCOD is not treated, it can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease.
What causes PCOD?
The exact cause of PCOD is not known, yet it is believed that hormonal imbalances and genetics are the main causes. Women whose mother or sister also has PCOD, have more chances of developing it.
What are the symptoms of PCOD?
The symptoms of PCOD include