PCOS

British  

abbreviation

1. polycystic ovary syndrome

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Example Sentences

The circle supports women and girls with endometriosis, PCOS, or "any other hormonal and reproductive health conditions," she said.

From BBC

"A lot of research now has come from Australia, so Australia is now leading the way in terms of PCOS," she says.

From BBC

One in eight women in the UK are affected by PCOS, according to the charity Verity.

From BBC

But some symptoms are highly suggestive of PCOS, including irregular or missed periods, excessive hair growth on the face and body, acne, weight gain, and difficulty conceiving.

From Slate

There’s much that scientists still don’t know about PCOS, including how to cure it.

From Slate