PCOS Doctor in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad | PCOD Treatment

Overview

PCOS is diagnosed when two of three features are present: irregular ovulation (infrequent periods), signs of excess androgen (acne, hirsutism or raised blood levels), and polycystic-appearing ovaries on ultrasound — after other causes such as thyroid or prolactin disorders are ruled out. Insulin resistance underlies many cases, which is why lifestyle change is central to treatment and why long-term follow-up for diabetes and heart-health matters.

Symptoms of PCOS

Periods more than 35 days apart, fewer than 8 per year, or absent
Heavy or prolonged bleeding when periods do come
Acne, oily skin, hair thinning on the scalp
Excess hair on the face, chest or abdomen
Weight gain, especially around the waist, that is hard to lose
Dark, velvety skin patches on the neck or underarms (acanthosis nigricans)
Difficulty conceiving
Low mood, anxiety or sleep disturbance

What causes PCOS?

A combination of genetic predisposition and insulin resistance
Higher-than-normal androgen (male hormone) levels disrupting ovulation
Weight gain worsens insulin resistance, which further worsens hormone imbalance — a cycle that treatment aims to break

When to consult a gynecologist

Periods that are irregular for more than three months after they have been established
New acne or facial hair in adulthood
Trying to conceive for more than six months with irregular cycles
A family history of PCOS or type 2 diabetes with any of the above

How PCOS is evaluated

Detailed menstrual and symptom history, BMI and blood pressure
Pelvic ultrasound to assess the ovaries and uterine lining
Blood tests — testosterone, LH/FSH, AMH, thyroid, prolactin, fasting insulin/glucose, lipid profile, vitamin D
Screening for diabetes with HbA1c or glucose tolerance test

Treatment options

Structured diet and exercise plan — a 5–10% weight reduction often restores ovulation
Cycle regulation with combined pills or cyclical progesterone where appropriate
Metformin or inositol for insulin resistance in selected patients
Anti-androgen treatment and dermatology coordination for acne and hair growth
Ovulation induction (letrozole/clomiphene) and IUI for those trying to conceive
Laparoscopic ovarian drilling in resistant cases
Long-term monitoring for diabetes, blood pressure and endometrial health

PCOS / PCOD with Dr. Bhavya Rathore

Why patients in Indirapuram consult Dr. Rathore for PCOS

Dr. Rathore sees PCOS across every life stage — adolescents whose cycles never settled, women planning pregnancy, and women in their forties concerned about metabolic risk. Her plans are realistic and reviewed at follow-up rather than handed over once.

PCOS consultations are held at the Gyan Khand 4 clinic in Indirapuram. Ultrasound and blood tests can be completed nearby the same day.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between PCOS and PCOD?

They are commonly used interchangeably in India. PCOS (syndrome) is the medically accepted term describing the hormonal condition; 'PCOD' usually refers to the ultrasound finding of multiple small follicles. Not everyone with polycystic ovaries on a scan has PCOS.

Can PCOS be cured?

PCOS is a long-term condition, but its symptoms — irregular periods, acne, infertility — can be controlled very effectively, often to the point of being unnoticeable.

Will I be able to get pregnant with PCOS?

Most women with PCOS conceive, many with lifestyle changes alone and others with ovulation-inducing medication.

Do I have to take birth-control pills?

Not necessarily. Pills are one option for cycle regulation and symptom control; the choice depends on your goals, age and preferences.

PCOS / PCOD Treatment in Indirapuram