PCOS is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age, and India has one of the highest prevalence rates globally. It is not just a reproductive condition but a metabolic one affecting multiple body systems. Diagnosis (Rotterdam Criteria) Requires 2 of 3 features: irregular or absent ovulation, clinical or biochemical hyperandrogenism (acne, hirsutism, […]
Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid gland that does not produce enough thyroid hormone. It affects millions of Indians, with women three times more likely to develop it than men. Symptoms Fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, dry skin, hair loss, constipation, depression, and slow heart rate. Many symptoms are subtle and often dismissed as aging or […]
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, characterized by insulin resistance and eventual insulin deficiency. Unlike type 1 diabetes, it typically develops in adulthood and is strongly linked to lifestyle factors, though genetics play a major role. Symptoms you should not ignore Frequent urination, excessive thirst, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, slow wound […]