{"id":14705,"date":"2025-09-22T16:11:06","date_gmt":"2025-09-22T16:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/22\/pcod-beyond-the-obvious-recognizing-the-hidden-symptoms-women-often-miss-health-and-fitness-news\/"},"modified":"2025-09-22T16:11:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T16:11:06","slug":"pcod-beyond-the-obvious-recognizing-the-hidden-symptoms-women-often-miss-health-and-fitness-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/22\/pcod-beyond-the-obvious-recognizing-the-hidden-symptoms-women-often-miss-health-and-fitness-news\/","title":{"rendered":"PCOD Beyond The Obvious: Recognizing The Hidden Symptoms Women Often Miss | Health and Fitness News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"story-9589804\">\n<p><span class=\"jsx-395e0e0beb19cb6e jsx-4143937483\">Last Updated:<\/span><time class=\"jsx-395e0e0beb19cb6e jsx-4143937483\">September 22, 2025, 20:59 IST<\/time><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"asubttl-9589804\" class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-3679254239 asubttl-schema\">PCOD isn\u2019t always obvious. Beyond irregular periods and acne, subtle symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, sugar cravings, and brain fog may signal hidden risks.<\/h2>\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b artsharwrp\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news18.co\/gnps-en-btn\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-91f4da8d48c13a79 gglebtn bgylw\"\/><\/p>\n<div id=\"artshare\" class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b artshare\">\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b stickdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b deskwrapstkdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b fontchange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/dlxczavtqcctuei\/news18\/static\/images\/english\/font.svg\" height=\"30px\" width=\"30px\" alt=\"font\" title=\"font\" class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b lazyload\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-3679254239 amimg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Mood fluctuations and anxiety may arise from hormonal imbalances, which can also contribute to depression and reduced self-esteem.\" title=\"Mood fluctuations and anxiety may arise from hormonal imbalances, which can also contribute to depression and reduced self-esteem.\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1627283897_news18_logo-1200x800.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=400&amp;height=225\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-3679254239\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Mood fluctuations and anxiety may arise from hormonal imbalances, which can also contribute to depression and reduced self-esteem.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p id=\"0\" class=\"story_para_0\">Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) presents a challenge for many women who navigate its struggles in silence, often without understanding the true cause. While the commonly discussed signs include irregular periods, acne, and excessive hair growth, PCOD can also manifest in subtle and often overlooked symptoms such as brain fog, persistent fatigue, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. Dr Tejal Kanwar, Consulting Gynaecologist, Ujaas, an initiative by Aditya Birla Education Trust shares all you need to know:<\/p>\n<p id=\"1\" class=\"story_para_1\"><strong>Lesser-Known Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"2\" class=\"story_para_2\">Persistent tiredness and low energy can significantly affect productivity and mental health.<\/p>\n<p id=\"3\" class=\"story_para_3\">Mood fluctuations and anxiety may arise from hormonal imbalances, which can also contribute to depression and reduced self-esteem.<\/p>\n<p id=\"4\" class=\"story_para_4\">Intense sugar cravings, difficulty sleeping, and unexplained weight gain particularly around the abdomen even when following a healthy routine.<\/p>\n<p id=\"5\" class=\"story_para_5\">Some women report darkened skin patches (acanthosis nigricans), frequent headaches, and decreased libido signals often dismissed or misattributed to lifestyle factors.<\/p>\n<p id=\"6\" class=\"story_para_6\">Silent PCOD can develop without obvious outward signs, quietly disrupting a woman\u2019s metabolism, fertility, and emotional well-being. It\u2019s crucial not to ignore subtle signals: unexplained fatigue, persistent memory lapses, or mood changes can be important clues. Early diagnosis through routine check-ups empowers women to manage PCOD before complications arise.<\/p>\n<p id=\"7\" class=\"story_para_7\">For those with PCOD, it is recommended to maintain a consistent sleep schedule, follow a balanced diet, and seek professional support for both physical and emotional health. Recognizing these invisible symptoms is a critical first step. Awareness enables women to seek specialized care, destigmatize their journey, and adopt a more holistic management plan one that protects both future fertility and overall well-being.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd atawrap\">\n<div class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd atadetailwrp\">\n<div class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd ataname\"><span class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd atthumb\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Swati Chaturvedi\" title=\"Swati Chaturvedi\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2023\/11\/swati-chaturvedi-2023-11-311a7f6229417d5d5693180448c9311a-scaled.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=60&amp;height=60\" class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd attitle\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/byline\/swati-chaturvedi-22519.html\" class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd atamail\">Swati Chaturvedi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she&#8217;s a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 Engl&#8230;<span class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd aurpdebtn\">Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she&#8217;s a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 Engl&#8230;<!-- --> <span class=\"jsx-95088aad1b3c53cd aurpdebtn\">Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-3679254239 artcta\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news18.co\/gnps-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a> to add News18 as your preferred news source on Google. News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/lifestyle\/health-and-fitness\/\">health<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/topics\/fashion\/\">fashion<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/lifestyle\/travel\/\">travel<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/lifestyle\/food\/\">food<\/a>, wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration and recipes. Also\u00a0Download the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/eng-article-eop\">News18 App<\/a> to stay updated.<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-3679254239 atbtlink fp\"><span>First Published:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs\">\n<p>September 22, 2025, 20:59 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"coral-wrap\" class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f \">\n<div class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f coral-cont\">\n<div class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f coltoptxt\">Disclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. 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