by Dr Neelima Mantri | Mar 25, 2021 | Blog, PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that is commonly experienced by women of reproductive age. It is estimated that 1 in every 10 women are diagnosed it PCOS during their childbearing years, according to the leading gynaecologist in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri.
This hormonal imbalance that causes PCOS can lead to prolonged, irregular or missed periods which may result in infertility, create metabolic problems that can impact the overall health and appearance of the woman. Though it is a common and treatable condition, there is no proper information on PCOS and this blog here we give you a proper round-up on the PCOS – its causes, symptoms and guide you towards the best PCOS treatment in Mumbai, read on:
PCOS – Symptoms & Causes:
At its core, PCOS is a hormonal imbalance that can trigger an abnormal chain of events in a female body.
Ovaries that are designated to release an egg every month are often affected by the hormonal imbalance. Small fluid sacs may develop near the ovaries which may obstruct the release of the egg leasing to missed or skipped periods. Since ovaries also produce a small amount of androgen’s (male hormones), the imbalance may exaggerate their production leading to hair loss, unwanted hair growth, severe acne and more.
To summarize the symptoms of PCOS include: irregular or missed menstrual periods. Infertility, excessive body hair, acne, hair loss, heavy bleeding, weight gain and even headaches. Not every woman will have the same symptoms – each woman has her own individualized experience and sometimes the symptoms can vary and change over a lifetime.
What causes PCOS?
There is no one discernible cause of PCOS but heredity, excessive androgen in the body, low-grade inflammation, excessive insulin, unhealthy lifestyle and environment are commonly correlated with the onset of PCOS in women.
Heredity & family – There is no one specific gene that is found to cause PCOS, but 50% of women with PCOS are found to have an immediate female relative with PCOS.
Insulin resistance – Women with insulin resistance produce more androgens that create hormonal imbalance leading to symptoms of PCOS. And this is why more than 85% of women with PCOS show insulin resistance – unhealthy weight gain, physical inactivity, and genetically factor are causes of insulin resistance in women.
Excessive Androgens – Excessive androgens as discussed above can cause ovarian problems leading to the symptoms of PCOS.
Excess weight gain: Excessive weight gain & physical inactivity can trigger insulin resistance and hormonal imbalance both of which are common causes of PCOS.
PCOS treatment in Mumbai – Who to consult?
Given the complex hormonal changes and imbalance associated with PCOS, this hormonal disorder is best treated by an endocrinologist for PCOS, specifically reproductive endocrinologists who are experts in treating reproductive hormone disorders. It is even better to find a Gynaecologists who are also credentialed as a reproductive endocrinologist and is widely experienced in the treatment of PCOS. If you are experiencing the symptoms above and are looking for PCOS treatment in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri is the best gynaecologist in Mumbai specializing in PCOS treatment. You can contact her here: +91 7045115577
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Oct 19, 2018 | Blog, Gynecologist
Dr. Neelima Mantri provides best PCOS treatment Mumbai. Basically, she is MS – Obstetrics and Gynaecology, MBBS Obstetrician, Gynaecologist. She has experience of 10 years in her field. PCOS stands for polycystic ovary syndrome. It is problem occurs in female in which her hormone balance get out off control. In this disease, balances of hormones get disturbed. With PCOS, female can have problem in their menstruation also chances of infertility increases. PCOS also cause unwanted problem in your appearance. According to Dr. Mantri, if PCOS is not properly treated at time, it may lead to serious health problems. It may lead to heart diseases and diabetes.
With PCOS small cysts can grow in ovaries of female. This is the reason why it is named as polycystic ovary syndrome. These cysts are not too much harmful but it may disturb hormone balance. Early diagnose and treatment can cure this diseases. The example of disturbance of hormones with PCOS is the sex hormones get out of balance. With this, the ovaries make a tiny amount of male sex hormones. In PCOS, they start making slightly more androgens. This may stop ovulating, get acne, and grow extra facial and body hair.
The body may have a problem using insulin, called insulin resistance. When the body doesn’t use insulin well, blood sugar levels go up. Over time, this increases your chance of getting diabetes. Causes of PCOS include genetic problem (it may be run from family), excess insulin, low-grade inflammation. Symptoms of PCOS includes :
- Changes in mood
- Irregular, infrequent or heavy periods1
- Ovarian egg do not get ovulate
- Difficulty in becoming pregnant
- Scalp hair loss
- Abnormal pauses of breathing
Dr. Neelima is well know best PCOS treatment in Mumbai. You can book appointment online on website or you can call@+91 9819437957
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by Dr Neelima Mantri | Nov 17, 2017 | Blog, PCOS
Wondering what PCOS is, it is a Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. The condition caused in women when the sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone are unstable and above in level than usual. This follows the growth of ovarian cysts and affects menstruation cycle, fertility and changes in the body shape. Women with this hormonal disorder have higher level of male hormones and insulin resistance. Hence, they are at high risk to diabetes, cardiac arrests, sleeping disorders and uterine cancer.
Now comes to the immediate question, is PCOS causes overweight and why? Yes, it does. It is also wise versa, PCOS can result in overweight and being obese can cause PCOS. However, some clinical researches states it is not clear that PCOS is the direct cause for overweight in women.
As it is said, people who have PCOS are less sensitive to insulin, it is difficult to convert sugars to starch .i.e; foods to energy. Since the hormone fails to convert insulin to energy, it results in high insulin levels in the body and increases production of male hormones. Typically, the fat remains more in the abdomen subsequent in an apple shaped body for the woman who is suffering with PCOS.
What to do to keep you out from PCOS.
As there is no cure found to treat PCOS, some lifestyle changes can eliminate the medical disorder and make you feel better.
Regular Weight Checks: Keep track of your weights, even if you are not in the obese category. Control the diet and regular exercises reduce 5 to 10% of the overall weight.
Exercises and Diet Plan: What you eat is what you are. Incorporate exercises and craft clean eating meal plan into your routine. Consume foods which are rich in magnesium and iron, they also help to get key nutrients into your body.
Base on Natural Diet: Many wellness couches suggests to take natural diet like Apple cider vinegar tonic, whole foods, raw cacao and of course yoga.
Dr Neelima Mantri, top gynaecologist for PCOS Treatment advice not to take birth control pills to get back to normal periods cycle. She says the pills does not actually stop a woman from PCOS, it only masks the symptoms, but the cysts continue to grow behind. Dr. Neelima adds that most of the women don’t know what exactly is PCOS and often confused with the myths. She states down the most common myths.
- PCOS condition always causes cysts in the ovaries. This is always the case. PCOS sufferers with high symptoms does not have cysts.
- PCOS is a lone factor for Irregular menstrual cycle. Due to various factors, many women fail to ovulate.
- Birth control pill is the cure for PCOS. As said earlier, pill does not cure but only acts as a management tool which masks the problem.
- PCOS is irreversible. It is often reversible.
If you don’t want to be one in 10% women victims of PCOS, consult Dr. Neelima Mantri, best doctor for PCOS treatment in Mumbai and take an appointment.
