Difference between revisions of "Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome"

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==Explanation of Condition==
 
==Explanation of Condition==
Disorder of female sex hormone regulation leading to multiple cysts forming within the ovaries, as well as development of some male sexual characteristics, such as facial hair. May be treated with metformin.
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Previously known as PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome.
  
See also [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyendocrine_metabolic_ovarian_syndrome]
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Genealogical disorder of female sex hormone regulation leading to multiple cysts forming within the ovaries, as well as development of some male sexual characteristics, such as facial hair. May be treated with metformin.
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See also https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyendocrine_metabolic_ovarian_syndrome
  
 
==Guidance==
 
==Guidance==
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==Pseudonyms or Related Conditions==
 
==Pseudonyms or Related Conditions==
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
 
  
PCOS
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PMOS
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Previously known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS
  
 
==Version==
 
==Version==

Latest revision as of 15:27, 11 June 2026

Acceptability at Recruitment

ACCEPTABLE

Acceptability at VT / Work-Up

ACCEPTABLE

Individual at Risk

Explanation of Condition

Previously known as PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome.

Genealogical disorder of female sex hormone regulation leading to multiple cysts forming within the ovaries, as well as development of some male sexual characteristics, such as facial hair. May be treated with metformin.

See also https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyendocrine_metabolic_ovarian_syndrome

Guidance

Acceptable, even if taking metformin.

Enquire about other drugs and discuss with medical officer if unsure.

Pseudonyms or Related Conditions

PMOS

Previously known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS

Version

Version 1, Edition 1

Date of Last Update

11th June 2026