Turns out, other factors cause your irregular periods

Hey, PCOS girlies, we have an update for you! Or should we call you now, PMOS girlies?

Health experts recently announced that Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is now called Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS).

Why the name shift?

In a journal published in The Lancet, the term PCOS implied that the health issue was caused by ovarian cysts alone, when in fact it’s not.

According to Leedah Ranola-Nisperos, Medical Specialist III at Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital, not all women diagnosed with PCOS have ovarian cysts. In the article from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in March 2025, Ranola-Nisperos explained that the visible lumps surrounding the ovaries are normal, as these are egg cells that have not developed.

The new name, Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), places the health condition in better perspective. PMOS is a hormonal and metabolic condition, and not just a gynecological or fertility issue.

Symptoms and treatment

There’s no cure for PMOS, but early detection can help you manage your condition. If you meet at least two of these criteria, you most likely have this health condition:

A common misconception is that PMOS only affects individuals who are overweight and that it can be cured solely through weight loss. In reality, PMOS is a complex hormonal disorder with a wide range of symptoms and potential complications. While adopting a healthy lifestyle, such as eating low-glycemic foods, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep, can help manage the condition, it is often best supported by medications and professional medical intervention.

Now, ladies, you don’t have to be too hard on yourself when dealing with PMOS. All your efforts count, combined with regular check-ups to keep you in the pink of health.

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