Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) affects women in their childbearing years and results in hormonal imbalance. Irregular and heavy periods, hair growth on face and body, male-pattern baldness, weight gain, etc., are the common symptoms.
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Can PCOD be completely cured through Ayurveda?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 30 year old female. I am suffering from heavy periods for the past seven months. PCOD is diagnosed in ultrasound. Amycordial and Amree Plus are medicines given by an Ayurveda doctor. Shall I take an Ayurveda treatment for this? Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to undergo a process called virechana - Ayurvedic detoxification. This is a six-day therapy, works wonders on PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Consult a panchakarma specialist for physical evaluation and to undergo virechana. The prescription suggested by y... Read Full »
I am a 33-year-old female with PCOD and am trying to conceive. Can I take Kalarchikai with pepper?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 33 years old, and I have PCOD. My follicular study is normal, and am trying to conceive for the last two years. I want to try Kalarchikai with pepper. Will the consumption of Kalarchikai cause heavy bleeding? Also, I am on my period. When should I start this medicine? And what is the... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) is the reason for infertility. It is possible to increase the chances of pregnancy by treating PCOD. I suggest the following medications to treat PCOD: 1. Tablet Kanchnar guggulu (bauhinia variegate bark, gi... Read Full »
I have been diagnosed with PCOD, and my weight is increasing. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with PCOD. My weight is increasing; sometimes, I have mood swings and cravings for food. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. PCOS is a group of diseases. It happens due to hormonal imbalance. Mainly it occurs along with hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism leads to weight gain. It would be best if you investigated your thyroid profile. ... Read Full »
Can kalarchikai powder taken for PCOD delay my periods?
Query: Hi doctor, I have PCOD, and I am taking Kalarchikai powder with pepper two times a day on an empty stomach, morning and evening. My periods come between 34 to 38 days, but it is already 42 days. Is this a side effect of Kalarchikai powder? I have gas and acne also. It has been almost 25 days since I... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) is a hormonal disorder. It has some common symptoms like irregular periods, acne, unwanted facial hairs, weight gain, etc. However, the severity of the symptoms depends on how many hormonal imbalances are there. So it requires some inve... Read Full »
Which ayurvedic medicine will help me conceive?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with PCOD for many years and now planning for conception. We have been trying various medicines and methods for two years. After all these failures, my doctor suggested for IVF. Simultaneously, I came across bonduc nut. I consumed it for close to 80 days and got m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. See ideally this medicine should be consumed for three months regularly, and then you can stop it. If you are taking it without consulting physician, then I advise you to stop taking it. For PCOD, you can take Tablet Kanchnar Guggul two table... Read Full »
Are there Siddha medicines for PCOD and hirsutism?
Query: Hi doctor, I have symptoms of pcod. I have excess facial and body hair along with acne and irregular menstrual cycle. It takes two to three months between a cycle. When menstruation occurs, it will last for up to two weeks. Please suggest me some siddha medicine and diet to cure the pcod problem and... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all you must take purgation for PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) and hirsutism after that you should start with medication. All siddha medications are not practically available. Some medicines are mixed in combination and are prepared by ourselves for bette... Read Full »
How long should Kazharchi Kaai powder be taken for PCOD?
Query: Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts ar... Read Full »
I have PCOD and feel depressed with high BP during the time of ovulation. How to manage this?
Query: Hello doctor, I have PCOD since last ten years which progressed to hypothyroidism. I do not get my monthly menstrual cycle at all without medicines. I get into severe depression and emotionally unstable with high bp during the ovulation period. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I want to help you. PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) causes irregular period due to changes in hormones level. It can be managed naturally through ayurvedic medicines and Yoga practices, but it will take time at least three months. Kindly consult your doctor, and ta... Read Full »
My periods are delayed. Which pill can I use to get periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 27 years old. My periods are delayed by five days. Please suggest any pills to get back my periods or any natural remedy. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Definitely, I would like to help you. There are several causes for an irregular period. Hypothyroidism and PCOD are most common of them. It may cause infertility. Once you should go to investigate your thyroid profile and USG abdomen to rule out hypothyroidism and PCOD. A... Read Full »
Can I make my period regular by taking Kalarchikai Choornam?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 22 years old. My height is 147 cm, and weight is 45 kg. I have pcod problem, but no thyroid. Now I missed my periods for three months. So, I am using kalarchikai with pepper everyday morning. I have been eating this for about 25 days now. How long should I take this for getting my pe... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to help. Kalarchikai choornam is a well-known medicine to manage PCOD. Its dose and duration depend on the condition. You should take this choornam 3 g twice a day with warm water after meals for 90 days regularly. Read Full »