Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), also called PCOD, is a common hormonal condition that affects women of reproductive age. It causes irregular periods, excess male hormones and often small cysts on the ovaries, and it is one of the leading causes of difficulty in getting pregnant. This page explains the causes, symptoms and tests, the conventional options, and how Welling Homeopathy approaches PCOD.
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PCOD at a glance
- What it is: a hormonal condition with irregular ovulation, raised male hormones and often small ovarian follicles (cysts).
- Who gets it: up to about 1 in 10 women of reproductive age.
- Main signs: irregular or absent periods, acne, excess hair growth, weight gain and hair thinning.
- Key tests: pelvic ultrasound, testosterone, LH, FSH, prolactin, thyroid and blood sugar and insulin.
- Our approach: a tailored, non-hormonal homeopathic treatment plan under our CUREplus treatment protocol.
What is PCOD (PCOS)?
PCOS is a hormonal disorder that affects the ovaries. Women with PCOS often have enlarged ovaries with many small fluid-filled follicles, which are usually called cysts. The follicles are not harmful in themselves, but the hormonal imbalance behind them disturbs the menstrual cycle and ovulation.
It is diagnosed when at least two of three features are present: irregular or absent ovulation, raised male hormones (shown by blood tests or signs such as acne and excess hair) and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. Other causes such as thyroid disease and high prolactin are excluded first.
Symptoms of PCOD (PCOS)
Common symptoms include:
- Irregular, infrequent or absent periods
- Heavy periods
- Excess hair on the face, chest or back (hirsutism)
- Acne and oily skin
- Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
- Thinning of scalp hair
- Dark patches on the neck, armpits or thighs (acanthosis nigricans)
- Difficulty in getting pregnant
Causes and risk factors of PCOD (PCOS)
Common causes and risk factors include:
- Excess insulin (insulin resistance) which makes the ovaries produce more male hormones
- Hormonal imbalance of LH, estrogen, progesterone and androgens
- Heredity: PCOS tends to run in families
- Low-grade inflammation
- Weight gain, sedentary habits and stress can make it worse
How PCOD (PCOS) is diagnosed
PCOS is diagnosed through:
- Review of your periods, weight and symptoms
- Blood tests for testosterone, LH, FSH, prolactin, thyroid (TSH) and AMH
- Blood sugar and insulin tests, and a lipid profile
- Pelvic ultrasound to look at the ovaries
Warning signs: when to get urgent help
Please see a doctor promptly if there is:
- No periods for more than three months, when not pregnant
- Very heavy or prolonged bleeding
- Sudden severe pelvic pain
- Increased thirst and urination (possible diabetes)
- Trying to conceive for a year (six months if over 35) without success
Conventional treatment options
Conventional treatment focuses on managing symptoms and lowering the risk of complications:
- Lifestyle changes: weight loss through diet and exercise improves insulin resistance and ovulation
- Hormonal birth control to regulate periods and reduce acne and hair growth
- Metformin for insulin resistance
- Ovulation-inducing medicines such as letrozole or clomiphene when you wish to conceive
- Anti-androgen medicines, and in a few women laparoscopic ovarian drilling or IVF
Homeopathic medicines commonly considered for PCOD (PCOS)
These medicines are commonly considered in homeopathy for PCOD (PCOS), with the symptom picture traditionally associated with each. They are listed for general information, not as a prescription.
Pulsatilla: delayed, scanty or changeable periods in mild and weepy women.
Sepia: irregular periods with a dragging feeling in the pelvis and irritability.
Calcarea carbonica: heavy or early periods with weight gain and chilliness.
Thuja occidentalis: a tendency to cysts and growths.
Apis mellifica: ovarian cysts with stinging pain, on the right side.
The right medicine is chosen only after detailed case-taking by an experienced doctor.
Wondering which medicine is right for your PCOD (PCOS)?
Every person with PCOD (PCOS) is different, and so is the medicine that works best for them. To discover the best-suited homeopathic medicines for PCOD (PCOS) for you, consult our experts. They will study your symptoms, your past treatment history and your personality, and then find the homeopathy medicines that suit you best.
Call +91 8080 850 950 for a 1:1 personal consultation with our experts today.
Homeopathic treatment of PCOD (PCOS) at Welling Homeopathy
A detailed consultation covers your cycles, symptoms, weight, hormone and scan reports, your emotional state and your plans for pregnancy, so that treatment is custom-made for you. Homeopathic treatment is non-hormonal.
Please continue prescribed thyroid, metformin or other medicines unless your doctor advises otherwise, and bring all your reports.
Our clinical experience with this condition
Can PCOD be treated naturally? Say goodbye to hormonal medicines and reverse all the symptoms caused by PCOD within just 2 to 3 years with our tailored Homeopathy treatment.
Our specially formulated Homeopathy medicines are proven to cure under-active thyroid without any long-term ill effects.
Unlike hormonal treatments, our non-hormonal approach offers complete PCOS treatment without any future complications like infertility.
You'll notice a reduction in all PCOS symptoms, such as obesity, excess hair growth, mood fluctuations, and hair loss.
We take pride in our custom-made Homeopathy medicines for PCOS as per our CUREplus treatment protocol.
Our experienced specialists have helped countless women in 108 countries get rid of PCOS. With normal periods, our complete cure takes just 12-18 months.
You can visit us personally at our Mumbai clinics in India or order online from anywhere in the world.
Our speciality treatment for PCOD is based on the 200-year-old lesser known Homeopathy principles.
With an experience of over 25 years, we have consulted 9270+ patients globally.
“I was treated at your Borivali clinic and I conceived after 3 months of treatment” – Shaila Dixit, Mumbai.
Watch: Dr. Welling on this topic
Homeopathy is offered here as individualised, supportive care alongside your current treatment. Please do not stop, skip or change any prescribed medicine on your own; any change should be discussed with the doctor who prescribed it and with our specialists.
Dr. Sourabh Welling and the Welling Homeopathy team have over 25 years of experience treating patients, in our Mumbai clinics and online. The earlier you meet our specialists, the sooner your treatment can be planned around you.
Consult a Welling specialist for your PCOD (PCOS)
Do not delay: share your symptoms and reports, and our specialists will plan your personal homeopathic treatment, in person at our Mumbai clinics or online from anywhere.
Self-care and lifestyle tips
These measures support general health and may ease symptoms, but they do not replace treatment when it is needed.
- Aim for a healthy weight: even a 5-10% loss can restore ovulation in some women.
- Exercise for at least 30 minutes most days.
- Choose whole grains, pulses, vegetables and protein, and cut sugary drinks and refined food.
- Track your periods and ovulation in a diary.
- Manage stress and sleep well.
- Avoid smoking and limit alcohol.
PCOD treatment in Mumbai at Welling Homeopathy
If you are looking for PCOD treatment in Mumbai, you can consult Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., and the senior specialists of Welling Homeopathy at our Mumbai clinics, or consult online from anywhere in India and abroad. Our doctors begin with a detailed case-taking so that your treatment is custom-made for you. See the Contact page for current clinic addresses and hours, or call +91 8080 850 950.
Frequently asked questions about PCOD (PCOS)
1. What is the homeopathic treatment for PCOD and getting pregnant?
Homeopathic treatment is individualised: the medicine is chosen after detailed case-taking, based on your cycles, symptoms and general health. At Welling Homeopathy it is given under our CUREplus protocol.
2. Can PCOD cause infertility?
PCOD can make ovulation irregular, which is a common cause of difficulty in conceiving. Many women with PCOD do conceive, sometimes with treatment.
3. What are the symptoms of PCOD?
Irregular periods, acne, excess hair growth, weight gain, hair thinning and dark skin patches.
4. What tests diagnose PCOD?
A pelvic ultrasound, hormone tests (testosterone, LH, FSH, prolactin, thyroid) and blood sugar and insulin tests.
5. Can PCOD be diagnosed in adolescence?
Yes, but it can be hard to tell from normal hormonal changes during puberty, so a doctor should assess persistent irregular periods or excess hair.
6. Can I consult Welling Homeopathy online for PCOD?
Yes. You can share your reports and consult our specialists online from anywhere. We have been consulting patients online for 25 years.
7. Which is the best homeopathic medicine for PCOD?
There is no single best homeopathic medicine for PCOD. Pulsatilla, Sepia, Calcarea carbonica, Thuja and Apis mellifica are among the medicines traditionally considered, but the right medicine depends on your symptoms, what brings them on or eases them, your general health and your personality. At Welling Homeopathy our specialists choose it after a detailed case-taking, so please consult them rather than choosing a medicine yourself.
8. How long does homeopathic treatment for PCOD take?
The duration depends on how long you have had PCOD, how severe it is, what treatment you have already taken and your general health. Some people notice a change in their symptoms within weeks, while others need several months of regular follow-up. Your specialist will explain what to expect at your first consultation and review your progress at each follow-up.
9. Is it safe to take homeopathic medicines along with my current medicines for PCOD?
Homeopathic medicines are highly diluted and are not known to interfere with other medicines, but you should always tell your doctor and our specialists about everything you take. Please do not stop, skip or change any prescribed medicine on your own; any change should be discussed with the doctor who prescribed it.
10. What are the early signs of PCOD?
Irregular or missed periods, acne, excess hair growth, weight gain and thinning scalp hair are the usual early signs of PCOD.
11. What should I eat or avoid if I have PCOD?
Choose whole grains, pulses, vegetables, fruit and protein, cut sugary drinks and refined food, exercise regularly and aim for a healthy weight, which helps to restore ovulation.
12. What is the difference between conventional and homeopathic treatment of PCOD?
Conventional treatment uses lifestyle changes, hormonal birth control, metformin, ovulation-inducing medicines such as letrozole, anti-androgens, and in a few women ovarian drilling or IVF. Homeopathic treatment, in contrast, is individualised: the medicine is chosen for you as a whole person, after detailed case-taking, and is offered alongside the conventional care that your doctor advises.
13. Who is the best homeopathy doctor for PCOD in Mumbai?
Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., founder of Welling Homeopathy, Mumbai, who has over 25 years of experience, treats PCOD with individualised homeopathic care, together with a team of senior specialists. You can consult him and the team at our Mumbai clinics or online.
14. Where can I get PCOD treatment in Mumbai, or consult online from outside India?
You can consult Welling Homeopathy at our clinics in Mumbai, or online by video or phone from anywhere in India and from other countries, where customised medicines are shipped where applicable and permitted. Call +91 8080 850 950 or book through our website.
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Disclaimer: this page is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary from person to person.
