Noun
PCOS (uncountable)
(pathology) Initialism of polycystic ovary syndrome.
A review published in 2010 concluded that women with PCOS have an elevated prevalence of insulin resistance and type II diabetes, even when controlling for body mass index (BMI). Source: Internet
Dr. Seghers explained that acne seen in patients with PCOS is likely to be more resistant to conventional acne treatments, especially if there is evidence of an underlying hormonal imbalance. Source: Internet
Another approach that helped in reducing my symptoms of PCOS was to opt for herbal remedies. Source: Internet
Already wasted years due to PCOS. Source: Internet
"Classically, testosterone is elevated in PCOS (although, not always, it can be normal), however other hormones such as LH, FSH, estrone, and progesterone can also show abnormal values." she said. Source: Internet
In PCOS, there is a so-called "follicular arrest"; i.e., several follicles develop to a size of 5–7 mm, but not further. Source: Internet