PCOD and PCOS are the most common hormonal conditions affecting women of reproductive age in India — and yet they are frequently misunderstood, over-diagnosed, and poorly managed. At Mithr Women's Health in Electronics City, Dr Raman Shobana provides individualised PCOD and PCOS care that goes beyond prescribing a standard contraceptive pill. She takes the time to identify your specific hormonal pattern, understand your goals — whether that is cycle regulation, fertility, or long-term metabolic health — and create a management plan that is tailored to your body and your life. Real improvement in PCOS is achievable with the right approach.
- Individualised hormonal assessment and diagnosis
- Insulin resistance evaluation and metabolic management
- Cycle regulation and fertility treatment for PCOS
- Tailored dietary and lifestyle guidance
What are PCOD and PCOS?
Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) are related but distinct conditions affecting the ovaries. In PCOD, the ovaries release partially mature eggs that become cysts, leading to irregular periods and mild hormonal imbalance. It is a relatively common condition that responds well to lifestyle changes and does not always require medication.
PCOS is a more complex metabolic and endocrine disorder in which the ovaries produce excess androgens (male hormones), disrupting the normal ovulation cycle. The Rotterdam criteria — widely used in diagnosis — require at least two of three features: irregular or absent ovulation, clinical or biochemical signs of excess androgen, and polycystic ovarian morphology on ultrasound. PCOS is associated with insulin resistance, weight gain, acne, excess facial hair, thinning scalp hair, and difficulty conceiving. Both conditions are manageable — and with the right combination of lifestyle modification, medication, and monitoring, most women with PCOS can achieve regular cycles, improved metabolic health, and successful pregnancy.
Why Choose Mithr Women's Health for PCOS Treatment?
At Mithr Women's Health, PCOS management is personalised — not prescribed from a template. Dr Raman Shobana takes a detailed history, interprets your hormone profile and ultrasound findings together, and identifies whether your primary concern is cycle regulation, fertility, metabolic health, or all three. She explains the role of insulin resistance in your specific case, sets realistic expectations about what treatment can achieve, and supports you with dietary guidance, supplement recommendations, and medication adjustment over time.
- ✓Treatment plan built around your specific goals — cycle, fertility, or metabolic health
- ✓Insulin resistance assessed and addressed — not ignored
- ✓Practical dietary and lifestyle guidance alongside medication
- ✓Structured follow-up with blood tests and scans to track progress
- ✓Accessible for women from Doddathogur, Hebbagodi, Neeladri Road, Electronics City Phase 1 & Phase 2 and across South Bengaluru
What to Expect — Your PCOS Management Journey
Initial consultation
Detailed history: cycle pattern, symptoms (acne, hair changes, weight, mood), fertility goals, past treatment, and family history of diabetes or thyroid disease.
Investigations
Blood tests (LH, FSH, testosterone, DHEAS, prolactin, thyroid, fasting insulin, HbA1c, glucose) and pelvic ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis and identify the severity of PCOS.
Diagnosis discussion
Dr Shobana explains exactly what your results show, the type of PCOS pattern present, and what it means for your specific goals — in plain, honest language.
Treatment plan
Lifestyle modification (diet and exercise targets), medication (metformin, myoinositol, cycle regulation as appropriate), and fertility treatment if conception is the goal.
Monitoring
Follow-up scans and blood tests to track treatment response and adjust the plan as needed — with clear milestones so you can see your progress.
Long-term management
PCOS is a chronic condition. Dr Shobana provides guidance on long-term monitoring of metabolic markers, endometrial health, and fertility preservation as your needs evolve.
Frequently Asked Questions — PCOD and PCOS
What is the difference between PCOD and PCOS?
PCOD involves the ovaries releasing immature eggs that form small cysts, causing mild hormonal disruption. It responds well to lifestyle changes and does not always require medication. PCOS is a more complex metabolic and endocrine disorder involving excess androgens, insulin resistance, and disrupted ovulation — with broader health implications including metabolic syndrome. Both affect menstrual regularity and fertility, but PCOS typically has a more significant and lasting impact.
Can PCOS be cured permanently?
PCOS cannot be permanently cured, but it can be very effectively managed. With appropriate lifestyle changes — particularly weight management and a low-GI diet — many women see significant improvement in cycle regularity, hormonal levels, acne, and fertility. Medication supports management when lifestyle changes alone are insufficient. The goal is long-term hormonal balance and metabolic health, which significantly reduces PCOS-related risks.
Does PCOS affect pregnancy?
Yes, PCOS is one of the leading causes of female infertility because it disrupts regular ovulation. However, most women with PCOS can conceive with appropriate treatment. Ovulation induction with letrozole, clomiphene, or injectable hormones is effective in a significant percentage of cases. Women with PCOS who conceive have a slightly higher risk of gestational diabetes and preterm birth, making careful antenatal monitoring important.
What diet changes help with PCOS?
A low-glycaemic index (low-GI) diet is the most evidence-supported dietary approach for PCOS. This means reducing refined carbohydrates, sugar, white rice and processed foods, while increasing fibre, protein, and healthy fats. Smaller, more frequent meals help stabilise insulin levels. Anti-inflammatory foods — leafy greens, berries, nuts, and fatty fish — are beneficial. Dr Shobana provides tailored dietary guidance based on your specific insulin resistance pattern and weight.
What are the symptoms of PCOS?
Common symptoms include irregular or missed periods, heavy or prolonged periods, acne (particularly on the jaw and chin), excess facial or body hair (hirsutism), thinning scalp hair, unexplained weight gain especially around the abdomen, darkening of skin in skin folds (acanthosis nigricans), difficulty conceiving, and mood changes including anxiety and depression. Not all women with PCOS have all symptoms — the condition presents differently in different people.
How is PCOS diagnosed?
PCOS is diagnosed using the Rotterdam criteria — a woman must have at least two of three features: irregular or absent ovulation (reflected in irregular periods), clinical or blood test evidence of excess androgens (elevated testosterone or DHEAS, or physical signs like acne and hirsutism), and polycystic ovarian morphology on ultrasound (12 or more follicles per ovary, or increased ovarian volume). Other causes of irregular periods and hormonal imbalance are excluded before confirming the diagnosis.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Raman Shobana, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Mithr Women's Health, Electronics City, Bangalore.
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