Hormonal balance
What Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? Symptoms and Its New Name, PMOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that can involve irregular periods, excess facial and body hair or thinning hair, acne and difficulty getting pregnant. According to the WHO, it affects 10–13% of women of reproductive age. Under an international consensus published in May 2026, its name became "polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome" (PMOS), because cysts in the ovaries are not needed for a diagnosis.
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