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Amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life and modern routine, women often ignore small changes in their body considering them normal. Feeling extremely tired as soon as you wake up in the morning, rapid weight gain without any apparent reason, stubborn pimples and acne on the face, dullness of the skin and continuous thinning and falling of hair on the head – such problems are becoming a part of every other woman’s life these days. If such changes are continuously occurring in your body despite good eating habits and lifestyle, then you need to be careful. According to health experts, there could be a huge and hidden hormonal reason behind all these symptoms which is now being known as ‘PMOS’ in the medical world. Earlier it was considered to be only a problem of PCOD or ovarian cyst, but now its scope has become quite wide.
What is PMOS? How does it affect women’s hormones and metabolism?
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) is a complex hormonal and metabolic disorder that occurs in women. In this condition, the level of androgen (male hormone) in the body increases abnormally, problem of insulin resistance arises and ovulation becomes irregular. According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, about 70 percent of women suffering from PMOS around the world are completely unaware of what is going on in their body and continue to ignore these early symptoms. If not treated on time, this condition can later lead to type-2 diabetes, serious heart disease and huge reproductive risks. This syndrome is not limited to the ovaries only, rather it affects the entire hormonal system and metabolism of the body.
Main causes and main symptoms: Identify these hidden signs of the body
PMOS is mainly caused by hormonal imbalance. When the amount of androgen increases in the body, unwanted hair starts growing on the face, armpits and chin, hair starts falling and terrible acne appears on the skin. Apart from this, due to insulin resistance, the cells of the body are not able to use insulin properly, due to which both blood sugar and weight become uncontrolled. If someone in your family has had this problem before, the risk increases further due to genetic reasons. It is very important to recognize these symptoms:
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Irregular periods, severe delay in cycles or very little or excessive bleeding.
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Rapid accumulation of fat around the stomach and waist.
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Frequent occurrence of stubborn pimples around the jaw and cheeks.
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Rapid hair fall on the head and reduced hair density.
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Feeling heaviness, fatigue and lethargy all the time.
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Sudden changes in mood (mood swings), excessive stress and loss of self-confidence.
Serious diseases and increased risk of miscarriage
According to studies published in medical research journals, if the symptoms of PMOS are not controlled in time, then many serious diseases can occur in women. These include diabetes or high blood pressure during pregnancy, type-2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, and even serious risks related to the inner lining of the uterus. Apart from this, according to research published in the Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism, if hormonal imbalance increases, the risk of heart diseases and insulin resistance increases by 68 percent, and if it is not diagnosed, there is a possibility of miscarriage.
Impact on mental health and necessary changes in lifestyle
Women have to face severe anxiety and mental stress due to physical changes, infertility, weight gain and impact on facial beauty. Stress management is very important in such a situation. Make these lifestyle changes to control PMOS:
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Fiber rich diet: Include more fiber and complex carbohydrates in your diet, so that insulin levels remain balanced.
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Green vegetables and seasonal fruits: Stay away from junk food and excessively sweet things and give preference to fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables.
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regular exercise: To keep weight and hormones under control, take out at least 30 to 45 minutes daily for exercise, yoga or pranayam.
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Complete sleep and stress relief: Meditate and ensure that you get enough daily sleep so that your body’s natural circadian clock remains intact.