AN OVERVIEW OF PCOS IN PERSPECTIVE OF AYURVEDIC LITERATURE
Dr. Shivangi Singh Parihar*, Dr. Varsha Adhav and Dr. Ekta Singh Parihar
ABSTRACT
PCOS occurs when a hormonal imbalance affects the development of follicles during the ovarian cycle. Instead of bursting and releasing an egg, the affected follicle remains in the ovary. The follicle then turns into a cyst, and in each ovarian cycle several new cysts may appear. "Poly" means many, hence the name: polycystic ovary syndrome. The ancient science of Ayurveda considers all diseases to be an imbalance. Ayurveda classifies PCOS as a kapha disorder. Arthava dhatu is the tissue responsible for reproduction in the female body and the channel that carries reproductive fluid known as artavavaha srota. PCOS occurs when excess kapha blocks the naturally balanced flow of these fluids and channels. Movement is impeded, metabolism is inhibited, and PCOS symptoms may occur. Improper diet and lifestyle, including mental stress and lack of exercise, excessive and prolonged use of hormonal contraceptives are major causes of PCOS.
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