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Can PCOD Lead to Infertility?

  Polycystic ovary disease (PCOD), also referred to as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is a common medical condition among women of reproductive age. It is characterised by hormone imbalances and small cysts on the ovaries. One of the common concerns many women with PCOD have is regarding infertility concerns. Let us find out how PCOD affects infertility and what options are available for PCOD treatment in Mumbai .  Effects of PCOD on Fertility  PCOD causes infertility primarily by disrupting ovulation, which is the process of releasing an egg from the ovaries every month. During a normal menstrual cycle, an egg matures and is released for fertilisation. Women with PCOD may not ovulate or may ovulate irregularly because they have an excess of male hormones (androgens) and have insulin resistance. Imbalances in these hormones will inhibit egg maturation and release from the ovaries, resulting in irregular or missed periods.   Other Factors PCOD May Contribut...

Laparoscopic Ovarian Cyst Removal: Benefits, Procedure & Recovery Time

  Ovarian cysts are no uncommon sight in women. In most instances, they are benign and resolve by themselves. But there are some instances when the cyst enlarges, hurts, or starts affecting a woman's health and fertility. On such occasions, doctors may recommend ovarian cystectomy surgery – a surgical procedure to remove the cyst without damaging the ovary. With improved medical practice, now this surgery is often done by a minimally invasive surgery called laparoscopy. If you are planning to undergo Ovarian Cystectomy surgery in Mumbai , it is appropriate to know what the surgery is, its benefits, and recovery. What is Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy? Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy is a procedure where the surgeon removes cysts from the ovary by giving very small incisions on the abdomen. The surgeon operates using a thin scope (laparoscope) and special surgical tools, which makes it very accurate and less painful. Laparoscopy has less pain and faster recovery than open surger...

What Causes Endometriosis?

  Endometriosis is a chronic health condition in which tissue resembling the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) grows outside of the uterus. This tissue can be found on the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, and other organs in the pelvis and may cause symptoms like pain, abnormal periods, and infertility. Endometriosis is a common gynecological condition among people with a uterus who are of reproductive age, although the cause of endometriosis is still not known. There are reasons why endometriosis can occur. Let us discuss those in this blog post. Furthermore, let us discuss options available for endometriosis treatment in Mumbai .  1. Retrograde Menstruation  One common reason is retrograde menstruation. During menstruation, some of the menstrual blood flows backwards, through the fallopian tubes, and into the pelvic cavity instead of leaving the body. This menstrual blood contains endometrial cells that can then attach to the pelvic walls or other organs, where they c...