A COMMON HORMONAL CONDITION IN WOMEN
PCOS
A hormonal condition in women with irregular periods, weight gain, acne, excess hair growth and fertility issues. Long-term management focuses on hormones, weight, fertility and metabolic health.
ABOUT THIS CONDITION
What is PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women of reproductive age. It is characterised by irregular or absent periods, signs of excess male hormones (such as acne and excess facial or body hair) and small fluid-filled sacs on the ovaries seen on ultrasound. Women with PCOS often experience weight gain, difficulty losing weight, fertility challenges, hair loss from the scalp and skin changes. PCOS is closely linked to insulin resistance, which significantly raises the long-term risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol problems and heart disease. With structured lifestyle changes, hormonal management, fertility-focused care when needed and metabolic risk reduction, women with PCOS can achieve symptom control and protect long-term health. Dr. Patnam Pravallika Reddy provides comprehensive PCOS care, with a strong focus on the diabetes and metabolic side of the condition, at Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad.
SIGNS TO WATCH
Common Symptoms
Symptoms that need attention
WHY IT HAPPENS
Causes & Risk Factors
- Hormonal imbalance with raised androgens
- Insulin resistance — body cells respond poorly to insulin
- Family history of PCOS, diabetes or metabolic disease
- Excess body weight worsens symptoms
- Sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy diet
- Chronic low-grade inflammation
- Pubertal and reproductive hormonal changes
CLINICAL DETAILS
KeyFacts
Clinical features, blood tests for hormones, ultrasound of ovaries
Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, heart disease
Lifestyle change, hormonal therapy, insulin sensitisers and fertility care
Many women with PCOS conceive successfully with the right support
Regular metabolic and cardiovascular screening is important
Available at Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad
HOW WE TREAT IT
Treatment Approach
Lifestyle + Personalised Medical Care
The most effective approach to PCOS combines structured lifestyle modification with personalised medical therapy — hormonal regulation, insulin sensitisation and fertility support where needed. Long-term metabolic and cardiovascular risk reduction is just as important as symptom control.
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Consultation & Assessment
Dr. Pravallika reviews periods, symptoms and family history, examines the patient and orders hormonal blood tests, blood sugar, lipids and pelvic ultrasound.
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Treatment Planning
A personalised plan is created based on key concerns — periods, fertility, weight, metabolic risk — and the patient's life stage.
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Medical Management
Lifestyle modification, hormonal therapy, insulin-sensitising medical therapy and management of associated diabetes risk, blood pressure and lipids.
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Recovery & Follow-up
Regular review to track symptom control, metabolic markers and long-term health, with fertility referral when needed.
AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
Treatment Options
Lifestyle Modification
Healthy eating, regular physical activity and weight management remain the foundation of PCOS care and improve hormonal, metabolic and fertility outcomes.
Hormonal Therapy
Hormonal medical therapy can regulate periods, reduce excess hair and acne, and lower the risk of endometrial problems.
Insulin-Sensitising Medical Therapy
Medication that improves insulin sensitivity can help with weight, ovulation and metabolic risk in selected patients.
Anti-Androgen Therapy Where Indicated
Specific medication is used in some patients to reduce signs of excess androgens such as facial hair and acne.
Fertility Treatment as Needed (Referral for gynaecology / fertility)
Women trying to conceive may benefit from focused fertility evaluation and ovulation induction under specialist care.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
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