A SINGLE CASE STUDY OF PCOS AND ITS AYURVEDIC CHIKITSA

Abstract

PCOS, also known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a common endocrine disorder characterized by irregular ovulation or lack of ovulation, signs of excessive androgen Production, and multiple small ovarian cysts. caused by an imbalance of re-Productive hormones. The exact cause of PCOS is unknown but high levels of insulin, Hyper androgen (Male hormone), and LH (Luteinizing hormone) are the main causes. The symptoms of PCOS are include menstrual irregularities, Infertility, obesity, depression, insulin resistance, and an increased risk of conditions like diabetes, endometrial Cancer, and heart disease. Ayurveda views PCOS as a condition caused by imbalances in the three doshas and Dhatus, that can result in symptoms such as amenorrhea and an ovular bleeding.

The present study deals with a female patient age 24 years with irregular periods, weight gain, and increasing facial hair, USG report shows Bi-Lateral Polycystic Ovarian syndrome PCOS with a Right ovary volume of 12.29cc and Left ovary volume of 8.29cc, both ovaries are bulky with multiple thin-walled cysts. Ayurvedic treatment to balance the doshas And improve overall health lead to reduced sy mptoms and regular menstrual cycles after 3 months of treatment.