Early detection matters Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that occurs during your reproductive years.1 It can lead to irregular or infrequent periods, longer cycles and higher levels of androgens. The ovaries may contain multiple small egg sacs that do not release eggs regularly, which can make it harder to become pregnant.1 PCOS […]
Why Early Diagnosis and Treatment of PCOS Matters વધુ વાંચો "
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition characterised by a group of symptoms that occur because of a problem with the hormone levels in women. It mainly affects the ovaries (the small organs that store and release eggs), but it can also affect many other parts of the body. PCOS is a very common condition
What Is PCOS? Understanding Hormonal Imbalance in Women વધુ વાંચો "
One of the most common symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is irregular menstrual periods. In PCOS, changes in the menstrual cycle usually reflect hormonal imbalance in the body. These hormone disturbances affect the endocrine system (the hormone control system of our body) and can lead to irregular periods, fertility problems and severe premenstrual symptoms.
Periods/Menstrual Cycle and PCOS: What Is Affected? વધુ વાંચો "
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can show different symptoms at different stages of life, meaning teenagers and adults may experience changes in how the condition affects them over time. Therefore, it needs to be considered and managed at every life stage because symptoms and health concerns can shift as you grow older.1 For many women between
Simple Features of PCOS: How to Detect Age Differences in Symptoms વધુ વાંચો "
PCOS: The bigger picture Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that affects how your ovaries work. It typically involves irregular periods due to infrequent ovulation, higher levels of the ‘male’ hormones (androgens), which cause acne or excess hair growth, and ovaries that appear enlarged with many small, fluid-filled sacs containing immature eggs.1 As
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The World Health Organization reported that in 2022, 1 in 8 people worldwide were living with obesity. Obesity has become increasingly common due to changes in dietary patterns, reduced physical activity and modern lifestyles that make processed foods more accessible and sedentary behaviour more prevalent. As a result, obesity is now a major global health
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Obesity is a complex disease involving too much body fat. Although it may appear to be a cosmetic concern, it is in fact a medical condition that increases the risk of many other diseases.1 Obesity is diagnosed using body mass index (BMI), a measure calculated from a person’s weight and height. A BMI of 30
What Is Obesity? More Than Just Weight Gain વધુ વાંચો "
Obesity is a complex disease wherein there is too much body fat. It is a serious condition that increases the risk of many other health problems. Obesity results from a mix of genetic, environmental, dietary and lifestyle factors. Many factors can make weight loss difficult, and insufficient sleep is one of them.1 The body follows
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Obesity is a complex, long-lasting condition. Excess body fat can trigger inflammation (swelling) and long-term metabolic changes, increasing the risk of serious health complications. The greater the excess weight and the longer it is carried, the higher the associated health risks.1 Studies show that obesity in adulthood increases the risk of the following conditions: Encouragingly,
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Having survived a heart attack is already a big challenge, and the worry of a second one can be frightening. Unfortunately, many people experience a second heart attack. In India, many heart attack survivors face the risk of another one in the coming years. Signs of a Possible Second Heart Attack: Chest Pressure or Pain:
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