What is the difference between PCOD and PCOS? Before becoming a mother, definitely understand these important things:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Hormonal Imbalance : There are two conditions related to women’s health about which there is often confusion – PCOD (Polycystic Ovary Disease) and PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). Both of these are associated with hormonal imbalance and affect the menstrual cycle, but there are some important differences between them that are important to understand, especially for women who are planning to become mothers.

What is PCOD (Polycystic Ovary Disease)?

PCOD is a condition where the ovaries release a large number of immature eggs. These eggs turn into small cysts (lumps). This condition often results in hormonal imbalance, in which androgen (male hormone) levels increase. This is a relatively common condition and can usually be controlled with lifestyle changes, exercise and proper eating habits. It is not necessary that every woman has to face infertility.

What is PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)?

PCOS is a more severe form of PCOD and is a ‘syndrome’, which means it is a complex group of symptoms. In PCOS, there is severe hormonal imbalance, due to which cysts form on the ovaries and eggs do not mature properly or ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary) does not occur. Its symptoms include irregular menstruation, excess body hair (hirsutism), acne, weight gain and infertility. PCOS is also a metabolic disorder, which can increase the risk of diabetes and heart diseases in the future.

Main differences between PCOD and PCOS:

1. seriousness: PCOD is a common problem, whereas PCOS is a more serious and complex metabolic syndrome.
2. Effect: In PCOD, the ovaries release only immature eggs, whereas in PCOS, cysts form on the ovaries and ovulation is irregular or absent.
3. Reason: PCOD is primarily caused by hormonal imbalance, whereas PCOS is an endocrine system disorder in which insulin resistance also plays a big role.
4. Infertility: Not all women with PCOD experience infertility and sometimes they can get pregnant easily. At the same time, women with PCOS often find it more difficult to get pregnant because ovulation is not regular.

Why is it important to know before becoming a mother?

It is very important for women who aspire to become mothers to know the difference between PCOD and PCOS.

• Correct treatment: Only with proper diagnosis can proper treatment be achieved. The methods of treatment for PCOD and PCOS may be different.
• Effect on fertility: Due to irregular ovulation in PCOS, there may be difficulties in conceiving, which requires doctor’s advice and special treatment.
• Lifestyle changes: Lifestyle changes (diet, exercise) are important in both conditions, but it becomes even more important in PCOS.

Therefore, if you feel any irregularities or symptoms related to menstruation, immediately consult a doctor and get the correct information. This is very important for your health and future.