Abstract

POLY CYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME:- AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

Dr. Renu Bala*, Dr. Rashmi Sharma and Dr. Laxmi Mahala

Abstract

PCOS is the most common endocrine disorder of women in reproductive age group. It is multifactorial and multigenic life style disorder. It affects 12-18% women of reproductive age groups. PCOS is associated with anovulation, high androgen levels and poly cystic ovaries. Presence of two factors out of these three made the diagnosis of PCOS. There is no direct reference is available in Ayurvedic literature perhaps it can be correlated with some other disorder like Aartva Dushti, Pushpghani Jataharini, Bandhya Yonivyapapada. Ayurvedic approach for PCOS involves dietary modification along with Yoga, Panchakarma and medication. Combination of these three cures the sign and symptoms deeply and naturally. It helps in reducing weight, balance in hormonal level and increase insulin sensitivity.

Keywords: PCOS, Aartva Dushti, Pushpghani Jataharini.