Julie Booker
American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, USA
Title: The treatment of PCOS using traditional Chinese medicine
Biography
Biography: Julie Booker
Abstract
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder affecting women of reproductive age. It is a complex condition affecting many aspects of health including metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance, anovulation and irregular mensus, hirsutism and elevated androgen levels. Symptoms worsen over time and may affect women from PCOS have a negative impact on psychological wellbeing. Stresses have been associated with functional amenorrhea, which is a symptom of PCOS. Stress and anxiety have been found to suppress the ovarian and menstrual cycle. This talk will cover the patho-physiology of PCOS as it pertains to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It will include a discussion of applicable aspects of TCM theory and how it relates to western terminology. In addition, I will outline a treatment plan including acupuncture, diet, lifestyle, Chinese herbal medicine and supplements.