PCOD does not directly cause delay in delivery, but it can cause some problems during pregnancy. In such a situation, doctors have to take a careful decision regarding the time of delivery.
Polycystic ovary disease or polycystic ovary syndrome has become a common hormonal problem among women these days. It can cause many problems like menstrual irregularities, excess body hair, acne and difficulty in getting pregnant. When women suffering from PCOD get pregnant, they are more likely to face certain problems, which can include delivery being delayed by a few days. Let us know why delivery can be delayed due to PCOD.
What is the relation between PCOD and delayed delivery?
PCOD does not directly cause a delay in delivery, but it can cause complications during pregnancy that require doctors to take a careful decision about the timing of delivery. These complications are often caused by the hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance associated with PCOD.
Main reasons for delay in delivery
- Gestational diabetes (sugar during pregnancy): Women suffering from PCOD are more likely to have insulin resistance. During pregnancy, this problem often increases, increasing the risk of gestational diabetes (sugar during pregnancy). If this sugar is not controlled properly, the size of the baby can be larger than normal.
- Pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure in pregnancy): High blood pressure is also common in women with PCOD, and it can lead to pre-eclampsia during pregnancy. Pre-eclampsia is a serious condition in which blood pressure rises significantly and protein appears in the urine.
- Hormonal imbalance: PCOD causes hormonal imbalance, especially an increase in the level of male hormones (androgens). During pregnancy, these hormones can affect the development of the baby and to some extent even the timing of delivery. However, a direct link is rarely seen.
- Obesity: Many women with PCOD also struggle with obesity. Obesity itself can cause complications in pregnancy, such as gestational diabetes and high blood pressure, which in turn can affect the timing of delivery.
Are there always delivery delays?
No, having PCOD does not mean that your delivery will always be late. Many women with PCOD experience healthy pregnancies and on-time deliveries. It all depends on the severity of PCOD, the complications during pregnancy, and how they are managed. If you have PCOD and are pregnant, it is very important to have regular check-ups with your doctor and follow their advice. The doctor will monitor your condition closely and help identify and treat any complications in time. Lifestyle changes, such as a healthy diet and regular exercise, can also help reduce PCOD-related complications during pregnancy. With the right care and management, a healthy pregnancy and successful delivery is possible despite PCOD.
