Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a highly prevalent condition that causes hormonal imbalance and irregular menstrual cycle in women. The condition causes the female body to produce abnormal amounts of androgens (the male sex hormone already present in women’s bodies in small amounts).
However, when hormone production goes into overdrive, it can lead to complicated symptoms like missed or excessive periods, hair loss, weight gain, excessive body hair, metabolic issues, and acne. These symptoms can become life-altering for the patient to manage and extremely overwhelming once a woman plans to start a family and wants to get pregnant.
Brief Insight: Understanding PCOS Prevalence
PCOS has recently become a commonly diagnosed among women. The initial discover of this diagnosis started in 1935, unfortunately then medical experts didn’t connect the condition to the overall female reproductive health. With years of research into understanding PCOS and its implications, it has been realized that PCOS can affect a woman’s health more severely.
In fact, PCOS is a leading cause of infertility today and affecting 20% of the global female population. It can affect menstruation from the start of puberty and go on throughout her reproductive years. PCOS is most commonly diagnosed in women of ages 20 to 30 years old.
The Use of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture in PCOS
PCOS is a multifactorial condition. This means that it is not an isolated issue but a more systematic condition that affects a woman's whole endocrine system. That is why it can cause several challenging symptoms. Allopathic medicine treats these issues with hormone replacement and hormonal fertility interventions.
A more holistic approach is necessary to help women systemically instead of just treating the symptoms of PCOS. By using traditional Chinese medicine diagnostics; acupuncture, herbs, diet and nutritional supplements can produce the same results while fully beneficent and rebalance a woman’s hormonal disruption.
Jenny Crissman MS, L. Ac & Her Works for PCOS
Jenny Crissman started her practice back in 1984 after completing her degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
She pursued her degree in TCM acupuncture and herbs in 2000. and acupuncture. She has been practicing as a licensed clinical acupuncturist for over 18 years. Her background in nutrition and wellness supports an individual approach to treating PCOS patients.
In Conclusion,
Gone are the days when talking about female reproductive health was left to the gynecological department. It is time to educate not only ourselves on how the female reproductive system functions as an indication of a woman's overall health, not just her reproductive health.
So if you or someone you know suffers from PCOS, talk to women around you and consult an expert in the field for treatment. If you are looking for a reliable practitioner in Oakland and East Bay areas, reach out to Jenny Crissman MS L. Ac
Patient care and education are our priorities. For more details and appointments, contact us today!