polycystic ovary syndrome

noun

1. a hormonal disorder in which the Graafian follicles in the ovary fail to develop completely so that they are unable to ovulate, remaining as multiple cysts that distend the ovary. The results can include reduced fertility, obesity, and hirsutism PCOS

Example Sentences

She said she was told weight loss could help her start having periods again after they stopped due to bloating caused by polycystic ovary syndrome.

From BBC

Sarah Curtiss, 30, from North Hykeham, has polycystic ovary syndrome and spent years trying for a baby.

From BBC

She also has been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, which the Office on Women’s Health says causes “a hormonal imbalance and metabolism problems that may affect overall health and appearance.”

From Los Angeles Times

“By selecting anovulatory women with polycystic ovary syndrome, we additionally aimed to reduce the variability of taste perception across different phases of the menstrual cycle.”

From Salon

At 20, Wilson was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, which can lead to difficulties getting pregnant.

From BBC