05/14/2026
For decades, millions of women were diagnosed with "polycystic o***y syndrome” (PCOS), a name that pointed to ovarian cysts that many patients don't even have. It led to confusion, delayed diagnoses, and a narrow view of a condition that is so much more complex than its name suggested.
Following 11 years of research and input from over 22,000 patients and health professionals worldwide, a landmark global consensus published in The Lancet has officially renamed the condition polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), a name that finally reflects the full picture: a whole-body hormonal and metabolic condition affecting the reproductive system, metabolism, skin, mental health, and more.
This isn't just a name change. It's a step toward better diagnosis, more complete care, and less stigma for the 1 in 8 women living with this condition.
If you've been diagnosed with PCOS, your diagnosis is still valid. Nothing about your care changes overnight. But this shift opens the door to more accurate conversations with your provider and a healthcare system that better understands what you're going through.
Have questions about how this affects your care? Our providers are here to help.
