Natural Remedies For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

What Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome affects approximately 1 in 20 women and may cause varied symptoms which can be difficult to diagnose. 

PCOS is caused by a hormonal imbalance which results in a failure to ovulate. One side effect of PCOS is an overproduction of the male hormone, testosterone, which is normally produced naturally in very small quantities.  Very often, many smaller cysts will develop on the ovaries and disrupt or stop the menstrual cycle.

PCOS is a major cause of infertility and can raise the risk of other conditions such as diabetes and uterine cancer. Many women with PCOS will have male characteristics such as excess facial hair due to the excess of testosterone. If suspected, your doctor is likely to take blood samples to check your hormone levels. You may also have an ultrasound examination to look for ovarian cysts. 







Treatment Options For PCOS

Conventional Treatment

Treatment will depend on the severity of your symptoms and if you are planning to become pregnant.  If you are not planning a baby, you may be offered the birth control pill.  This will help to regulate periods and suppress ovarian cyst growth. The birth control pill will also help to control other symptoms, such as the growth of facial hair.

If you are hoping to start a family, you may be offered a fertility drug.

You may also be prescribed a drug to help regulate blood sugar levels due to the increased risk of diabetes.

Natural Treatment

The natural remedies for polycystic ovary syndrome are similar in many ways to those for ovarian cysts. By using a holistic approach which eliminates the root cause you can be free of the condition completely within a few short weeks.  You will need to take charge of your own healing and take steps to modify your diet and lifestyle.  If you have PCOS, you can help yourself right now by eating a healthy diet and exercising more as excess weight can lead to diabetes.  In addition, high stress levels are thought to be a contributory factor for polycystic ovary syndrome so try relaxation techniques to keep stress at a manageable level.