Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Women's Health Fathima Riza•Gender: Female•Age: 24 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 4 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Highly irregular periods (cycle length 45-60 days)
- Unexplained weight gain (8 kg in 1 year)
- Acne on chin and jawline
- Mild hirsutism (facial hair growth)
Clinical Assessment
A 24-year-old MBA student from Vatanappally presenting with PCOS. Cycles had been erratic since starting college, leading to weight gain and acne. Previously took oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) to induce withdrawal bleeding, but discontinued due to severe mood swings and bloating.
Diagnostic Investigations: Pelvic ultrasound showing bilateral polycystic ovaries with 12+ small follicles; elevated LH/FSH ratio (2.8).
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Pulsatilla was selected for scanty delayed menses in a gentle temperament, combined with Sepia to target pelvic congestion, metabolic sluggishness, and hormonal imbalances.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Pulsatilla Pratensis and Sepia Officinalis
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Adopt a low-GI diet; walk 45 minutes daily; practice strength training; avoid dairy and processed sugars.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 10 months- First natural menstrual cycle occurred without OCPs at Day 35 of treatment
- Cycles stabilized to 30-32 days by Month 4; facial acne resolved
- Weight loss of 6 kg achieved by Month 6 through diet and constitutional remedies
- Repeat ultrasound showed normal ovarian morphology with no polycystic pattern at 10 months
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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