Abstract

REVIEW OF PCOS AND IT’S MANAGEMENT IN AYURVEDA

*Dr. Gaikwad Shivaji Dhondiba and Dr. Harode M.O.(MD) Ayu.

Abstract

PCOS is the most common endocrine condition in reproductive-aged women. The word “Syndrome” is used to describe PCOD because, it is a complex manifestation involving many factors and organs It is characterized by reproductive, endocrine, metabolic and physiological features. This is a type endocrine disorder which involves anovulation, hirsutism, irregular and painful menstrual cycles, amenorrhea, having small cysts in the ovaries etc. This is a major cause of infertility in women, also known as Stein-Leventhal syndrome. In Ayurveda, Pushpagni jataharini mentioned in Kasyapa samhitha presents a clinical picture somewhat similar to that of PCOS. Ayurvedic treatment, good lifestyle along with Yoga helps in management of the symptoms.

Keywords: Pushpagni, Jataharini, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Hirsutism, Infertility.