PCOS with Irregular Cycles and Acne
Women's Health Kavya•Gender: Female•Age: 22 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 3 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Delayed periods (60-90 days) with scanty flow
- Severe painful acne along jawline and cheeks
- Mild hirsutism on the upper lip
- Mood swings and abdominal weight gain
Clinical Assessment
History of birth control pills which regularized cycles only during use, but caused acne flare-ups and weight gain upon discontinuation.
Diagnostic Investigations: Pelvic USG showing polycystic ovaries (12-15 peripheral follicles); LH/FSH ratio of 3:1.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Constitutional Pulsatilla Pratensis to restore the natural pituitary-ovarian axis and clear acne.
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Low-glycemic index diet; complete avoidance of refined sugars and dairy; daily yoga and strength exercises.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 8 months- Menstrual cycles regularized to a 28-30 day pattern
- Complete clearing of inflammatory facial acne
- LH/FSH ratio normalized to 1.2:1
- Follow-up USG showed normal ovaries without cysts
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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