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Acupuncture
The treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) by acupuncture is aimed at restoring the energy flow in the body along the lines of the meridian system. Sometimes the herb gui zhi fu ling wan is also used to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Naturopathic Treatment
In the treatment by means of naturopathic remedies the ones that restore or strengthen the functions of the liver such as dandelion root is used. In theory, if the liver functions normally, then hormonal balance will be normalised, which in turn will bring about a reversal of the polycystic ovarian syndrome. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is characterized by the imbalance that exists in the hormonal system.
Diet
If you are able to follow a healthy diet your condition will definitely improve. If you consider that weight loss will restore normal menstruation pattern and at the same time decrease the amount of androgens ( male hormones ) circulating in the body. Both these factors are factors that contribute to polycystic ovarian syndrome. Dietary changes that you should implement is to reduce your intake of animal products especially animal fats, and to increase your intake of carrots, dark green vegetables, lemons and beets as these all improve the condition of the liver.
Essential Fatty Acids
The essential fatty acids act as hormone regulators and also as anti-inflammatory agents that is beneficial in the pain and discomfort in PCOS. The main essential fatty acid products use for PCOS are flax oil, evening primrose oil and black currant seed oil. The essential fatty acid product that are rich in omega-3 is more beneficial if the symptoms include inflammatory pain and if the symptoms include mood swings and depression then the omega-6 essential fatty acids are more beneficial.
Western Herbal Medicines
The Western herbal treatment of PCOS is usually achieved with the phytoestrogens and phytoestrogenic herbs. These include black cohosh and false unicorn root. Dandelion is used to strengthen the liver so that hormonal balance can be restored.
Supplements
Supplements that are of benefit include products containing zinc, vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E.
Homeopathy
Constitutional hoemeopathy is used with excellent results in PCOS.
Prognosis
The hormonal treatment of PCOS is usually quite effective but in some instances the occurrence of anovulation and other hormonal disturbances my recur. Women who have been diagnosed with PCOS should make regular visits to their medical practitioners to be checked for cancer, especially endometrial cancer, diabetes, hypertension and cholesterol levels.
Prevention
There is no way to prevent PCOS. The most important factor is that a correct diagnosis must be made early. If PCOS is left untreated it may result in cardiac disease, diabetes and hormone-related cancers especially endometrial cancer. By eating a healthy diet and doing regular exercise will not only stabilize the hormone levels, normalize menstruation and lower the insulin levels, but will also improve cardiac health.
