09/07/2026
PCOS has a new name đđť
What we used to call PCOS (Polycystic O***y Syndrome) is now PMOS: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.
For years, the word âpolycysticâ led people to believe this condition was primarily about cysts on the ovaries. Turns out, itâs not!
PMOS is a complex hormonal and metabolic condition that can affect the entire body, including menstrual cycles, ovulation, androgens, insulin and metabolic health, cardiovascular health, skin, hair, fertility, and more.
That means a woman doesnât have to âlook likeâ the stereotypical picture of PCOS to have a legitimate concern.
You can have PMOS and be lean.
You can have PMOS without ovarian cysts.
You can have regular periods and still have symptoms, which can change throughout different stages of life.
Women donât all experience PMOS the same way, which is why looking at the full picture matters.
If youâre experiencing irregular cycles, acne, unwanted facial or body hair, hair thinning, difficulty ovulating or conceiving, insulin resistance, or unexplained metabolic changes, itâs worth having a deeper conversation about whatâs happening hormonally and metabolically.
The name is changing, and thankfully, our understanding of womenâs health is changing, too!