What is PCOS?
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic and hormonal imbalance that affects 10% of women and is the leading cause of infertility in young women. It is a disorder that affects the endocrine, nervous and cardiovascular systems. In this disorder, small cysts form on the ovaries and increase androgens (male sex hormones), creating a hormonal imbalance. This imbalance leads to irregular menstrual cycles or anovulatory cycles.
What are common symptoms of PCOS?
Irregular menstruation or absent menstrual cycles
Excess facial or body hair
Acne
Weight gain and stubborn weight loss
Hair thinning or hair loss
How can Chinese Medicine help?
When there is weight gain, poor metabolism, lack of or sluggish ovulation, Chinese Medicine sees that as the body lacking the fire or energy it needs to push these processes along. Acupuncture helps the body circulate fluids and build the energy that is needed to rebalance hormones and regulate ovulation.
A second pattern is associated with a thinner body type, irregular menstruation or anovulation. To treat this pattern, we work on building and moving fluids through the body. By increasing blood flow and circulation to the ovaries, the follicles are better nourished, hormones are regulated which optimizes ovulation.
What is the treatment plan?
Weekly acupuncture treatments
Herbal formulas that are custom made for the imbalances we see in you as an individual
Specific nutritional supplements that can help your individual case
Dietary and lifestyle recommendations to improve your fertility