What exactly is PCOS? What is the difference between PCOD and PCOS? What are the underlying causes of PCOS and its symptoms? Why is it becoming increasingly common among young women today? How does PCOS affect pregnancy and long-term health? What is its impact on mental health? How much difference can diet and exercise make, and what treatments are available?In this episode, we have an in-depth discussion with Dr. Sarika Junjare on all these important aspects of PCOS. Don’t miss the full episode!
Credits:Guest: Dr. Sarika Junjare, Gynecologist & Infertility Specialist.Founder & Director, Ankur Super Speciality Women’s Hospital, Nanded.Hosts: Omkar Jadhav, Shardul Kadam.Editor: Rohit Landage.Edit Assistant: Rameshwar Garkal,Priyanka ThosarContent Manager: Sohan Mane.Social Media Manager: Sonali Gokhale.Legal Advisor: Savani Vaze.Business Development Executive: Sai Kher.Social Media Executive: Mrunal Arve. Connect with us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/amuk_tamukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amuktamuk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amuktamukpodcastsSpotify: The Amuk Tamuk Show https://open.spotify.com/episode/5wu38o2y5wnwzWjBn3GdZJ?si=gqdigAcoQ5W5b8vZ7MnXyA00:00 – Introduction03:37 – What is PCOS and PCOD? Are they the same?05:45 – Causes of PCOS: Environmental and Lifestyle Factors07:32 – The Impact of Modern Lifestyle on PCOS Development09:49 – Symptoms of PCOS: Irregular Periods and Hormonal Imbalances12:37 – PCOS and Delayed Puberty13:21 – Diagnosing PCOS: Criteria and Misconceptions19:32 – Impact of PCOS: Fertility Concerns and Other Consequences23:10 – Weight Management and PCOS: The Role of Obesity26:25 – How Weight Gain Affects Hormonal Balance in PCOS27:39 – Understanding Normal vs. Irregular Menstrual Cycles28:50 – Stress and PCOS33:08 – Genetic & Gut Health Factors in PCOS34:29 – Mental Health Impact of PCOS37:16 – Overcoming Frustration in PCOS Management39:54 – Gradual Lifestyle Changes for PCOS Management43:35 – Comprehensive PCOS Management: Diet, Exercise, and Medication47:53 – Medications for PCOS: Hormonal Pills and Other Treatments49:34 – Rapid Weight Loss Drugs and PCOS50:47 – PCOS and IVF51:56 – The Positive Side of PCOS55:40 – Long-Term Impacts of Untreated PCOS57:56 – The Role of Family and Society in PCOS Management01:03:07 – Can PCOS Be Cured Permanently? (Myth vs. Fact)01:05:50 – Rapid Fire Q&A on PCOS Myths and Facts