polycystic ovary syndrome
nounDefinition of polycystic ovary syndrome
: 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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My blood work showed symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). — Chaunie Brusie, Glamour, "How I Realized I Didn’t Need to Have It All," 24 May 2019 Figuring out how to manage polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can feel like a maddening game of throwing darts while blindfolded. — Mary Claire Lagroue, SELF, "Can Diet and Exercise Actually Improve PCOS Symptoms?," 23 Apr. 2019 One major possibility is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder that can cause incredibly heavy periods, according to the Mayo Clinic. — Korin Miller, SELF, "Here’s When to See a Doctor About Period Clots," 1 Mar. 2019 Hormones or genetics are usually what cause hair to grow on your breasts, and certain medical conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can cause excessive hair growth as well. — Yerin Kim, Seventeen, "Are Your Boobs Normal? We Asked An Expert," 8 Mar. 2019 Other conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder, and diabetes can increase your risk for miscarriages and can run in families, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. — Korin Miller, SELF, "Updated: These Twins Both Had Miscarriages, Were Pregnant at the Same Time, and Just had Babies on the Same Day," 20 Sep. 2018 Irregular ovulation, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and diminished ovarian reserve due to age contribute to female infertility. — Brennan Peterson, chicagotribune.com, "5 myths about infertility," 26 June 2018 Yet these discussions rarely take place , and research indicates that gynecologists and nurses have gaps in their knowledge about issues such as the management of polycystic ovary syndrome and the impact of smoking and age on fertility. — Brennan Peterson, chicagotribune.com, "5 myths about infertility," 26 June 2018 For a condition that affects up to 10% of reproductive-age women worldwide, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) remains mysterious. — Jennifer Couzin-frankel, Science | AAAS, "Scientists may be closer to understanding a mysterious but common cause of female infertility," 14 May 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'polycystic ovary syndrome.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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