{"id":1372,"date":"2022-02-13T10:46:01","date_gmt":"2022-02-13T10:46:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/carreras-medical-center\/?p=1372"},"modified":"2022-02-22T10:57:06","modified_gmt":"2022-02-22T10:57:06","slug":"pcod-and-pcos-difference-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/carreras-medical-center\/pcod-and-pcos-difference-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"PCOD and PCOS: Difference, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"

PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is a typical cause of infertility in women, affecting up to 12% of the female population in the United States. That being said, if you’ve ever been diagnosed with PCOS or you’re suspecting the condition, you might have also heard about PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease). Although some people use the two interchangeably, it’s important to stress that PCOS and PCOD are different. This article shines a light on PCOD vs. PCOS, the differences between them, the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. We also give tips for the best PCOS diet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before scrolling further, we’d also want to remind you that it’s essential to consider an <\/span>ultrasound appointment<\/b><\/a> before self-diagnosis. A professional healthcare provider will guide you through the recovery process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With that in mind, here is everything you need to know about PCOD vs. PCOS.<\/span><\/p>\n

PCOS and PCOD: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Before explaining the main differences between PCOD vs. PCOS, let’s first understand what polycystic ovary syndrome and polycystic ovarian disorder refer to.<\/span><\/p>\n

PCOS is a severe metabolic disorder that can lead to health complications such as heart disease, endometrial cancer, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. With PCOS, the ovaries produce boosted androgen levels (male hormones that can cause PCOS acne) than typical. As a result, this interferes with egg formation and release. As a result, women with PCOS have eggs that become cysts (tiny sacs full of liquid). Rather than being discharged after ovulation, the cysts accumulate in the ovaries and sometimes even expand. The chances of a woman getting pregnant with PCOS are minimal to zero, or if it happens, there is a high risk of miscarriage.<\/span><\/p>\n

With polycystic ovarian disorder, the ovaries expand and secrete great amounts of androgens, disrupting the woman’s health. With PCOD, the ovaries release many semi-mature or immature eggs that eventually become cysts. However, PCOD does not affect a woman’s fertility as much as PCOS. Also, polycystic ovarian disease doesn’t have as many severe complications as polycystic ovary syndrome.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, to summarize, here’s what you need to know about PCOD vs. PCOS:<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Features of PCOS<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Here are some of the must-know facts about polycystic ovary syndrome:<\/span><\/p>\n