Abstract

CONCEPT OF UNDERSTANDING PCOS - AN AYURVEDIC AND MODERN PERSPECTIVE.

Vijayalaxmi G. Inamdar* and Dr. Anupama V.

ABSTRACT

Menstrual irregularity is one of the commonest Gynecological complaints seen in the age group of 12-45yrs. One of the cause for this irregularity is said to be polycystic ovarian disease. The incidence varies from 5-15%. It can be considered as a multifactorial disorders characterized by amenorrhea or oligomenorrhoea, delayed and irregular periods, hirsutism, hoarseness of voice, obesity etc. Diagnosis is confirmed by ultra sonography examination and hormonal assay. This complex disorder is characterized by excessive androgen production leading to increased LH (Luteinizing Hormone) hormone associated with raised insulin and decreased FSH (Follicle raised hormone). Even the SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin) appears to be reduced. Due to above mentioned causes the follicular growth is hampered which contributes towards an ovulation, oligomenorrhoea, or hypomenorrhoea. In Ayurveda though exact correlation cannot be made, it can be better explained under Rasa Nimittaja vyadi. Agnidusti leads to rasadusti which leads Artava dusthi. Here Arthavakshaya and anartava are the prime symptoms along with Sthoulya. Hence the concept of relation between Agni and rasa dhatu, rasadhatu and Artava, kapha doshas and artava, stoulya and Artava should also be analyzed. In this paper conceptual analysis of PCOS with respect to terms of Ayurvedic principles is attempted for better understanding and treatment aspect.[1]

Keywords: Arthavakshaya, PCOD, Anartava.