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PCOS/PCOD

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Polycystic Ovary Disease (PCOD) can be challenging, but with the right care and support, you can manage your symptoms effectively. Dr. Pratibha Patil specializes in treating PCOS/PCOD, offering personalized treatment plans to help you achieve better health and well-being. Dr Pratibha Patil is Best PCOS/PCOD Treatment Doctor in Mira Road.

PCOS/PCOD is a gynecological issue that may lead to multiple cysts in the ovaries. It can also lead to several other hormonal issues, including difficulties in conceiving.

However, before we move ahead, have you ever wondered:

  • Why are there two words (PCOS/ PCOD) for a disease we consider the same?

  • Do you need to bother about the difference?

  • For most people, these two words only add to the confusion. As far as a patient is concerned, PCOS and PCOD are the same. These terms are used interchangeably.

  • That doesn’t mean there isn’t a difference. It simply means that you don’t need to bother about the difference as a patient. The difference mainly concerns the doctors and research workers.

    However, for easier understanding, let us explore the meaning and differences between PCOS and PCOD.

    PCOS/ PCOD

    Poly: Many

    Cystic: Cysts are non-cancerous sacs filled with liquid or semi-solid substance

    Ovarian: Relating to the ovaries

    These three alphabets are common. Therefore, whether it is PCOS or PCOD, it is a problem concerning the formation of several cysts in the ovaries.

    The difference is in the last two alphabets:

    S: Syndrome

    D: Disorder

    Therefore:

    PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

    PCOD stands for Polycystic Ovarian Disorder

    So, the real difference is in the words Syndrome and Disorder.

    Syndrome: Syndrome is the presence of a few signs and symptoms indicative of a disease. A woman suffering from PCOS may have some signs of the disease present.

    For example, suppose a woman suffers from male pattern baldness but has regular periods. Her ovaries are also not showing PCOD changes, and her skin and hair are also fine. In that case, that woman is suffering from PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

    Disorder: A disorder is characterized by a complete disruption of bodily functions or systems. Suppose a woman has cysts in the ovaries and is also experiencing other signs like irregular periods, male pattern baldness, acne, facial hair, insulin resistance, etc. In that case, such a woman is said to be suffering from PCOD or Polycystic Ovarian Disorder.

    Patients are advised Lifestyle changes to control weight by dieting, exercises, and to regulate menstrual cycle by medicines.

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