Understanding PCOS: A Chinese and Western Medicine Perspective

Restoring Hormonal Balance Naturally

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders affecting women of reproductive age. It can lead to irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, weight gain, acne, excessive hair growth, and emotional imbalances.While Western medicine often manages PCOS with birth control pills, insulin-regulating drugs, or fertility medications, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a natural, root-cause approach to rebalancing the body and restoring healthy cycles.

🔹 What Is PCOS?

From a Western medical perspective, PCOS is defined by a combination of symptoms:

Irregular or absent ovulation

Multiple small ovarian follicles (not true cysts)Elevated androgen (male hormone) levels

Insulin resistance or difficulty managing blood sugar

The exact cause is unknown, but it often involves hormonal imbalance, inflammation, and metabolic dysregulation.

🔹 Chinese Medicine View of PCOS

In TCM, PCOS is not seen as a single disease but as a pattern of internal disharmony—most often involving:

Phlegm-Damp Accumulation: caused by Spleen deficiency and sluggish digestion, leading to weight gain, cysts, and irregular ovulationKidney Deficiency: affecting hormonal development, fertility, and menstrual regularity

Liver Qi Stagnation: often related to emotional stress, PMS, and irregular cycles

Blood Stasis: leading to abdominal pain, missed periods, or dark menstrual flow

TCM treatment focuses on restoring balance to the organs, improving metabolism, and promoting regular ovulation—rather than simply suppressing symptoms.

🌿 How Chinese Medicine Helps with PCOS

✅ Acupuncture

Acupuncture regulates the endocrine system, improves ovarian and uterine blood flow, and reduces stress. It helps:

Promote ovulation naturally

Improve insulin sensitivity

Reduce elevated androgens (testosterone)Ease anxiety and emotional fluctuations

✅ Herbal Medicine

Customized formulas target each patient’s unique pattern—whether it's dampness, blood stagnation, or deficiency. Herbs can help:

Regulate the menstrual cycle

Support follicle development and ovulation

Clear heat and dampness (for acne or oily skin)Reduce cravings and support healthy metabolism

✅ Diet & Lifestyle Support

TCM emphasizes digestion and internal harmony. We guide patients on how to:

Avoid foods that worsen dampness (e.g., dairy, cold/raw foods, sugar)Strengthen the Spleen and metabolism

Balance rest and movement to support hormonal health

✅ The ZiQia System Approach

At our clinic, we integrate Dr. Pan Xiaochuan’s ZiQia Self-Consistent Medicine System, combining pulse diagnosis, constitutional assessment, and individualized herbal prescriptions. We often use two-phase herbal formulas:

Morning formula: to move Liver Qi, nourish Blood, support ovulation

Evening formula: to warm Kidney Yang and resolve dampness, supporting luteal phase and metabolic health

💬 Our Philosophy: Treat the Root, Support the Whole

PCOS is not just a reproductive disorder—it affects every part of a woman’s health and identity. Our goal is to help you:

Regulate your cycle

Support natural fertility

Restore emotional and physical balance

Improve your long-term metabolic and hormonal health

Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply want to feel better in your body, Chinese medicine offers a safe, natural, and empowering way forward.