Stress In PCOS and its Effects on Fertility Potential

                         

Stress In PCOS and its Effects on Fertility Potential.

PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) or PCOD (Polycystic ovarian disorder) is a clinical situation of hormonal imbalance in young women of reproductive age group.

Its primary clinical presentation is menstrual irregularity and non- ovulation.

PCOS in general and its effect on ovulation can impair fertility.

Let us look at how stress in PCOS affects fertility.

Why PCOS causes Stress?

´ Obesity

´ Acne

´ Hirsutism

´ Difficulty in conceiving

´ Constant reminder from doctor and relatives for lifestyle modifications

´ Inability to find time and energy for exercising

´ Food habits- very difficult to change and adapt

How does Stress Affect Fertility?

PCOS-

Chronic Stress Of Anovulation And Irregular Menses

Associated Factors:-

´ Job

´ Timings

´ Family Support

´ Junk Food

Leads to Release of Stress related hormones:-

´ Adrenaline

´ Catecholamines

´ Corticosteroids

Inhibits release of Gonadotrophins hormones from Pituitary gland-

Leads to less secretion of sex hormones

Further Leads to:-

´ Anovulation

´ Less ovulation

´ Poor Quality Ova

Associated Factors:-

´ Poor Libido

WAYS TO OVERCOME STRESS:-

Exercise

For eg:

-Walking

-Jogging

-Swimming

Joyful Activities

Like- Dancing,

-Singing

-Art and Craft creativities

´ Yoga

´ Meditation

´ Holiday

´ Acupressure

´ Foot reflexology

´ Spa and Massage

´ Subconscious Mind Training

´ Visualization Techniques

´ Attitude of Gratitude

´ Break from Therapy for a few months

´ Psychotherapy

´ Pharmacotherapy –medicinal support

WILL REDUCED STRESS IMPROVE FERTILITY POTENTIAL?

´ It is Scientifically proven fact that women who are relaxed and calm during the fertility treatment period stand higher chance of successful outcome.

CONCLUSION:-

´ A mind full of positive energy will aid body in healing faster

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By

Dr Himani Gupta

Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

Director-My Gynaec World

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