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  Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Polycystic Ovary Disease (PCOD) are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. PCOD is a broader term, referring to the presence of multiple small cysts on the ovaries, whereas PCOS specifically pertains to a syndrome involving hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, and other related symptoms. Understanding PCOS: PCOS, short for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, is characterized by a range of symptoms, including irregular menstrual cycles, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), weight gain, and insulin resistance. It is primarily a hormonal disorder and affects women in their reproductive years. PCOS is often associated with difficulty conceiving and an increased risk of diabetes. Common PCOS Symptoms: Irregular or absent periods Unwanted facial and body hair Weight gain or obesity Insulin resistance Acne Ovulation issues Fertility challenges PCOS Treatment: Managing PCOS involves a multi-faceted approach. Lifestyle modifications, such as re...

  What Is Counseling? Generally speaking, counseling falls in the ambit of “Talking therapy” that allows and encourages people to speak out about their feelings and concerns in a private and confidential environment. The counselor provides the person with the much needed space where the person can be themselves and speak out without having to sound correct, just open up about how they actually feel, without the fear of being judged or criticized and also without any unsolicited advice. This luxury of being able to speak out without any restrictions or having to conform to any norms has been found to be quite beneficial to a lot many individuals.  After thoroughly understanding the person’s situation, the counselor advises him in a way that improves his situation. With the advent of technology you can easily avail of in home counseling services that too staying anonymously if you don’t wish to reveal yourself. At Ekana  Hospitals our well trained and empathetic counselors ...

  Diabetes Symptoms Symptoms of diabetes may occur suddenly. In type 2 diabetes, the symptoms can be mild and may take many years to be noticed. Symptoms of diabetes include: feeling very thirsty needing to urinate more often than usual blurred vision feeling tired losing weight unintentionally Over time, diabetes can damage blood vessels in the heart, eyes, kidneys and nerves. People with diabetes have a higher risk of health problems including heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Diabetes can cause permanent vision loss by damaging blood vessels in the eyes. Many people with diabetes develop problems with their feet from nerve damage and poor blood flow. This can cause foot ulcers and may lead to amputation. Type 1 diabetes Type 1 diabetes (previously known as insulin-dependent, juvenile or childhood-onset) is characterized by deficient insulin production and requires daily administration of insulin. In 2017 there were 9 million people with type 1 diabetes; the majority of th...