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.
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