polycystic ovary syndrome
noun
: a variable disease that is marked by amenorrhea, hirsutism, obesity, infertility, and ovarian enlargement and is usually initiated by an elevated level of luteinizing hormone, androgen, or estrogen which results in an abnormal cycle of gonadotropin release by the pituitary gland
called also polycystic ovarian syndrome
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Os reveals during that time, her weight would fluctuate from dealing with hormonal issues such as PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) and endometriosis.
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Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
This may be beneficial for people with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition linked to high androgens (male hormones), acne, excess hair, and irregular periods.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 23 Feb. 2026
One exciting and developing finding is that GLP-1s can improve fertility in certain women, particularly those struggling with overweight or obesity, or who have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
—Deanna Pai, SELF, 20 Feb. 2026
Some creators go even deeper down the rabbit hole, suggesting that a puffy face is a telltale sign of an autoimmune or hormonal disorder like adrenal dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome, or Hashimoto’s disease.
—Georgia Casey, Allure, 6 Feb. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
This may be beneficial for people with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition linked to high androgens (male hormones), acne, excess hair, and irregular periods.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 23 Feb. 2026
One exciting and developing finding is that GLP-1s can improve fertility in certain women, particularly those struggling with overweight or obesity, or who have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
—Deanna Pai, SELF, 20 Feb. 2026
Some creators go even deeper down the rabbit hole, suggesting that a puffy face is a telltale sign of an autoimmune or hormonal disorder like adrenal dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome, or Hashimoto’s disease.
—Georgia Casey, Allure, 6 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for polycystic ovary syndrome
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“Polycystic ovary syndrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycystic%20ovary%20syndrome. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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