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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That’s because it might be associated with conditions related to hormonal imbalances, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 8 July 2025 Any chronic condition can be an emotional journey, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is no exception. Alisa Hrustic, SELF, 16 June 2025 Health conditions: Certain conditions, like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can contribute to acne. Brandi Jones, Health, 3 July 2025 But women who take hormonal contraception may not experience obvious menstrual changes at all, and those who have conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome may already have irregular periods. Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for polycystic ovary syndrome

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First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of polycystic ovary syndrome was in 1956

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“Polycystic ovary syndrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycystic%20ovary%20syndrome. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

polycystic ovary syndrome

noun
: a variable disorder that is marked especially 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
abbreviation PCOS

called also polycystic ovarian disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, polycystic ovary disease, Stein-Leventhal syndrome

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