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 PCOS Just Got a New Name — And It Changes Everything

 

By Dr. Vinu Jyothi, MD, MPH, and Senthil Samy, B.Pharma, MS, PhD | May 2026

 

If you’ve been living with PCOS, you may have recently seen the headlines: the condition you’ve known as polycystic ovary syndrome has officially been renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome — PMOS.

One letter different in the acronym. But the meaning behind that change? Enormous.

This isn’t a rebranding gimmick. This is the medical community finally catching up to what so many of us have lived and felt for years — that PCOS is so much more than cysts on ovaries. It’s a complex, whole-body hormonal and metabolic condition, and it deserves a name that reflects that truth.

Let’s break down what happened, why it matters, and what it means for you.

 

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What Just Happened — The Big News

On May 12, 2026, a landmark paper published in The Lancet officially announced that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) would be renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). The announcement was also presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology in Prague.

This wasn’t a decision made overnight. It was the result of a 14-year global effort led by Professor Helena Teede of Monash University, involving 56 leading academic, clinical, and patient organizations — and informed by more than 22,000 survey responses from patients and health professionals across six continents.

That means our voices were part of this. Women who have spent years feeling confused, dismissed, or misunderstood finally helped reshape how this condition is defined for the world.

Why the Old Name Was a Problem

Let’s be honest: the name “polycystic ovary syndrome” has been causing confusion and harm for decades. The word “polycystic” suggests the presence of pathological ovarian cysts — actual cysts. But that’s not what’s happening. What shows up on ultrasound are small antral follicles — immature follicles that didn’t develop properly. Not cysts in any clinical sense. The old name was, quite simply, wrong.

And wrong names have real consequences:

    • Delayed diagnosis — Studies show up to 70% of people with the condition go undiagnosed, in part because the name created confusion about what doctors were even looking for.

    • Fragmented care — Doctors focused on ovaries and fertility while missing the metabolic, cardiovascular, dermatological, and psychological dimensions.

    • Stigma and shame — The cyst narrative made many women feel broken or defective in ways that didn’t match their actual experience.

    • Limited research funding — Because it was categorized as a gynecological/ovarian condition, it was often locked out of metabolic research funding — despite affecting 1 in 8 women and over 170 million people worldwide.

As Dr. Alla Vash-Margita of Yale University put it: “By calling this condition polycystic ovary, we’re missing the big picture.”

What PMOS Stands For — And Why Every Word Matters

P — Polyendocrine

This recognizes that PMOS involves multiple interacting hormonal systems — insulin, androgens, neuroendocrine hormones, and more. It’s not a single-hormone problem. It’s a complex dance of disrupted signals throughout the endocrine system.

M — Metabolic

This is huge. PMOS is now formally acknowledged as a metabolic condition — one that affects insulin sensitivity, weight, cardiovascular health, blood sugar regulation, and inflammation. This is something the PCOS community has known intuitively for years, and it finally has its rightful place in the name.

O — Ovarian

The ovaries remain in the name because they play a meaningful role in the condition’s hormonal dynamics and follicular changes — but “ovarian” here encompasses the hormonal and follicular responses happening within the ovary, not the mythical cysts.

S — Syndrome

A syndrome by definition is a collection of signs and symptoms, which perfectly captures the reality that PMOS shows up differently in every body.

Your Diagnosis Has NOT Changed

If you were diagnosed with PCOS, your diagnosis is still valid. PMOS and PCOS describe the exact same condition.

Nothing about the diagnostic criteria has fundamentally changed. The Rotterdam criteria — irregular menstrual cycles, elevated androgens or related symptoms, and ovarian follicle appearance on ultrasound — are still in use. (A blood test measuring anti-Müllerian hormone, or AMH, can now also replace the ultrasound in diagnosis, which is a welcome update.) Your medications, your treatment plan, your relationship with your care team — none of that changes overnight. What does shift is the lens through which medicine sees — and treats — you.

What This Name Change Could Mean for Your Care

This is where things get genuinely exciting.

1. Better, broader treatment approaches

Because PMOS is now formally recognized as a metabolic condition, it opens the door to treatments that have historically been off the table. Researchers are already discussing how GLP-1 medications (like those used in metabolic and diabetes care) may be relevant for many people with PMOS — a meaningful shift from the reproduction-only treatment model of the past.

2. More research funding

Professor Teede has been clear: “Even though it affects 170 million reproductive-age women, even though the health and economic burden is huge, it hasn’t had much investment at all in research.” Being recategorized as a polyendocrine metabolic condition opens up entirely new funding streams. More research means better treatments, faster.

3. Earlier intervention

When doctors understand this as a lifelong metabolic and inflammatory condition — not just a gynecologic issue — they’re more likely to screen earlier, monitor cardiovascular risk, address insulin resistance proactively, and prevent long-term complications like type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

4. Less diagnostic odyssey

The confusion the old name created contributed to years-long diagnostic delays for far too many women. A name that accurately describes the condition may mean fewer people being told “your labs are normal” while their symptoms go unaddressed.

The Transition Timeline

The name change is official, but implementation will be gradual. You can expect to see both PCOS and PMOS used interchangeably for the next three years as the transition unfolds. Medical records, lab reports, clinical guidelines, and international disease classification systems will all be updated progressively. So if your doctor says PCOS, that’s still correct — for now. And if you start seeing PMOS in your paperwork, that’s also you.

What the Women Behind This Change Are Saying

Lorna Berry, an Australian woman with PMOS who played a key role in the renaming process, said: “This is about accountability and progress. It is about my daughters, their daughters, and the countless women yet to be born. We deserve clarity, understanding, and equitable healthcare from the very beginning.”

Rachel Morman, Chair of Verity (PCOS UK), added: “It is fantastic that the new name now leads with hormones and recognizes the metabolic dimension of the condition. This shift will reframe the conversation and demand that it is taken as seriously as the long-term, complex health condition it is.”

A Note From the PCOSDiva Perspective

At PCOSDiva, we’ve always said this condition is about so much more than what you can see on an ultrasound. It lives in our insulin levels, our inflammation, our sleep, our mental health, our skin, our cycles — our entire bodies.

The world is finally catching up.

PMOS doesn’t change who we are or what we’ve been through. But it changes the story the medical system tells about us — and that story has downstream effects on research, funding, access to care, and how we’re treated in every doctor’s office we walk into. That’s worth celebrating. And it’s worth staying informed about.

Your Action Steps Right Now

    •  Share this article with anyone you know who has PCOS/PMOS — they deserve to understand what this change means.

    •  Don’t panic about your diagnosis. PMOS = PCOS. Same condition, more accurate name.

    •  Start conversations with your healthcare provider about the metabolic dimensions of your condition if you haven’t already — insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, inflammation.

    •  Advocate for yourself using the new language if it helps you get more comprehensive care.

    •  Stay tuned — updated clinical guidelines and treatment protocols will continue to evolve over the next few years.

 

Frequently asked questions about PMOS

Everything you need to know about the official name change — answered clearly.

YOUR DIAGNOSIS
Yes — completely. PMOS is simply the new official name for PCOS. The condition itself has not changed in any way. The same hormonal patterns, the same symptoms, the same women — just a name that finally tells the truth about what the condition actually involves. If you were diagnosed with PCOS, that diagnosis is fully valid and carries forward as PMOS without any clinical difference.
TALKING TO YOUR DOCTOR
Your current doctor should already be aware — the name change was published in The Lancet and announced by major medical organizations worldwide on May 12, 2026. However, if you are seeing a new specialist or visiting a new clinic, it is always helpful to mention both names. Simply say: "I have been diagnosed with PCOS, now officially called PMOS." This ensures no confusion during the transition, especially over the next three years while both names remain in circulation.
WHOLE-BODY IMPACT
No — and this is exactly why the name needed to change. PMOS is a multi-system condition. It affects the endocrine system, metabolism, cardiovascular health, skin, hair, fertility, and mental health. Insulin resistance, inflammation, and androgen disruption ripple through the entire body. The new name — with Polyendocrine and Metabolic front and center — is designed to reflect this wider reality and ensure doctors treat the full picture, not just the ovaries.
THE CYST MYTH
Yes, absolutely — and this was one of the biggest problems with the old name. Research has confirmed there is no increase in abnormal ovarian cysts in women with this condition. What appears on ultrasound are small antral follicles — immature follicles that have not developed properly — not cysts in any clinical sense. Many women with PMOS have no visible follicles on ultrasound at all, yet still meet the diagnostic criteria. The misleading "polycystic" label caused decades of confusion, delayed diagnoses, and unnecessary anxiety.
TREATMENT
Not immediately. The name change is a critical first step, but clinical guidelines take time to update. Your current medications and treatment plan remain appropriate. What will evolve over time is a broader approach — one that takes metabolic, cardiovascular, and mental health more seriously alongside reproductive care. New options, including GLP-1 medications, are already being explored in the context of PMOS. If you feel your current treatment is not addressing your full picture, this is a great moment to revisit that conversation with a specialist.
TRANSITION TIMELINE
The Global Name Change Consortium has outlined a three-year transition period. During this time, both PCOS and PMOS will appear interchangeably in medical records, lab reports, research papers, and clinical guidelines. Full adoption across international disease classification systems — including the ICD — is expected progressively over that period. So if you still see PCOS on your paperwork for a while, that is completely normal and expected.

References & Sources

Primary Peer-Reviewed Publication

1. Teede HJ, Bahri Khomami M, Morman R, Laven JSE, Joham AE, Costello MF, Patil M, Rees DA, Berry L, Cree MG, Zhao H, Norman RJ, Dokras A, Piltonen T; Global Name Change Consortium. Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, the new name for polycystic ovary syndrome: a multistep global consensus process. The Lancet. Published online May 12, 2026. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(26)00717-8

    Available at: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(26)00717-8/fulltext

    Note: Open access under Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license. This is the foundational consensus paper announcing the name change, authored by the Global Name Change Consortium, representing 56 leading academic, clinical, and patient organizations. PubMed ID: 42119588.

Professional & Institutional Statements

2. Endocrine Society. Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome: New name to improve diagnosis and care of condition affecting 170 million women worldwide. News release. May 12, 2026.

    Available at: https://www.endocrine.org/news-and-advocacy/news-room/2026/pcos-name-change

3. University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Global Experts, Including CU Anschutz Researcher, Rename Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Institutional news release. May 12, 2026. Features commentary from Dr. Melanie Cree, MD, PhD, pediatric endocrinologist and one of only two U.S.-based pediatric endocrinologists involved in the international effort.

    Available at: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/news-stories/pcos-new-name

4. Patient Care Online. PCOS Renamed PMOS in Landmark Consensus Published in The Lancet. May 2026. Clinical commentary for healthcare providers, including full citation list referencing supporting PCOS/PMOS literature.

    Available at: https://www.patientcareonline.com/view/pcos-renamed-pmos-in-landmark-consensus-published-in-the-lancet

5. American Journal of Managed Care (AJMC). PCOS Renamed PMOS in Landmark Shift Reflecting Metabolic and Endocrine Features. May 2026.

    Available at: https://www.ajmc.com/view/pcos-renamed-pmos-in-landmark-shift-reflecting-metabolic-and-endocrine-features

6. Contemporary OB/GYN. Global consensus renames PCOS to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). May 2026. Includes detailed breakdown of the 8-stage implementation roadmap published in The Lancet.

    Available at: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/global-consensus-renames-pcos-to-polyendocrine-metabolic-ovarian-syndrome-pmos-

Major News & Health Media Coverage

7. Ducharme J. The Condition Known as PCOS Has a New Name. TIME Magazine. May 12, 2026. Includes expert commentary from Prof. Helena Teede and Dr. Melanie Cree on funding implications and GLP-1 treatment potential.

    Available at: https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/pcos-new-name-pmos/

8. STAT News. PCOS is now called PMOS: The renaming process lasted a decade. May 12, 2026. Documents the full voting process including the three finalist names, and explains why “ovarian” was retained over “reproductive.”

    Available at: https://www.statnews.com/2026/05/12/pcos-now-called-pmos-polyendocrine-metabolic-ovarian-syndrome/

9. CNN Health. PCOS gets a new name: PMOS. May 13, 2026. Features commentary from Dr. Alla Vash-Margita, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University.

    Available at: https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/13/health/pcos-name-change-pmos-wellness

10. Cohut M. No longer PCOS but PMOS: Will a new name lead to faster diagnosis? Medical News Today. May 13, 2026. Fact-checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, PhD. Includes expert commentary on long-term cardiometabolic complication prevention.

    Available at: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/pcos-to-pmos-how-name-change-set-to-improve-care

11. Associated Press / OPB. The condition PCOS is now called PMOS: What to know about the name change and what it means for care. May 13, 2026. Features commentary from Dr. Melanie Cree on lifestyle treatment and the insulin-testosterone-ovary mechanism.

    Available at: https://www.opb.org/article/2026/05/12/the-condition-pcos-is-now-called-pmos-what-to-know-about-the-name-change-and-what-it-means-for-care/

12. NewYork-Presbyterian Health Matters. PCOS Is Now Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). Why the Change? May 2026. Q&A format with Dr. Kumar covering diagnostic delays, adolescent presentation, and the decade-long scientific process behind the consensus.

    Available at: https://www.nyp.org/healthmatters/pcos-is-now-polyendocrine-metabolic-ovarian-syndrome-pmos-why-the-change

Patient-Focused & Community Sources

13. Hertility Health. PCOS Has Been Renamed PMOS – Here’s What That Means For You. May 2026. Patient-centered explainer covering diagnostic criteria continuity, what PCOS-diagnosed individuals need to know, and the transition timeline.

    Available at: https://hertilityhealth.com/blog/blog-pcos-renamed-pmos

14. Illume Fertility. PCOS Has a New Name: What PMOS Means for Patients and Care. May 2026. Covers fertility care continuity, the three-year transition plan, and addresses common patient questions about diagnosis validity.

    Available at: https://www.illumefertility.com/fertility-blog/pcos-name-change-pmos

15. Ask Tia. PCOS is now PMOS: More than just a name change. May 2026. Explains the retention of “ovarian” in the new name and the full implementation timeline for medical records, clinical guidelines, and ICD classification updates.

    Available at: https://asktia.com/article/pcos-renamed-pmos-what-it-means/

Scientific Database Record

16. PubMed / National Library of Medicine. Teede HJ et al. Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, the new name for polycystic ovary syndrome: a multistep global consensus process. Lancet. 2026 May 12:S0140-6736(26)00717-8. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(26)00717-8. PMID: 42119588.

    Available at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42119588/

Background & Reference Encyclopedia Entry

17. Wikipedia. Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome. Retrieved May 19, 2026. Entry updated following the May 12, 2026 Lancet publication. Covers diagnostic criteria, historical naming evolution, and key research questions including AMH biomarkers and the proposed male phenotype.

    Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyendocrine_metabolic_ovarian_syndrome

About This Article

This blog article was researched and written in May 2026, drawing directly from the primary Lancet publication and 16 additional sources spanning peer-reviewed literature, institutional press releases, major health media, and patient-advocacy platforms. All references were verified as of May 19, 2026. This article is intended for general informational and educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Readers are encouraged to consult their healthcare provider regarding their individual diagnosis and treatment plan.

© PCOSDiva 2026. For permissions and reprints, contact the editorial team.

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Which is the best treatment for PCOS?

Targeted Medical & Supplemental Interventions

For Insulin Resistance & Metabolic Health:

  • Metformin: A PCOS Diva Shop prescription insulin-sensitizer. It helps lower insulin levels, can aid in weight management, regulate cycles, and improve ovulation. Often used for those trying to conceive or with pre-diabetes.

  • Inositol: A well-researched B-vitamin-like supplement. Specifically, a 40:1 ratio of Myo-inositol to D-chiro-inositol mimics insulin’s action, improving egg quality, regulating cycles, and reducing metabolic markers with fewer side effects than drugs. Considered a front-line supplement PCOS Diva Shop.

Foundational Treatment (Lifestyle)

  • Weight Loss: Losing just 5-10% of body weight can significantly improve cycles and insulin resistance.
  • Diet & Exercise: A healthy diet (high-fiber, low-sugar) and regular exercise are crucial for weight management and metabolic health.

Medical Treatments (Prescribed by a Doctor)

  • Hormonal Birth Control:  Pills, patches, or rings regulate periods, reduce androgen levels, and improve acne/hair growth.
  • Anti-Androgens: Counteract excess male hormones to treat hair growth (hirsutism) and acne.
For Fertility
  • Ovulation Induction: Medications (clomiphene, letrozole, injections) to help release eggs.
  • Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling: A surgical option if medicines fail, destroying androgen-producing tissue in the ovaries.
  • IVF: In-vitro fertilization as a last resort for conception.
Other Symptom Management
  • Hair Removal: Laser or electrolysis for unwanted hair.
  • Skincare: Treatments for acne and pigmentation.

What is the “Best” Treatment FOR YOU?

The best  PCOS Diva Shop plan depends entirely on your primary goals and most bothersome symptoms:

  1. If your main goals are regulating cycles, reducing acne/hair growth, and NOT conceiving:

    • Best Starting Point: Lifestyle foundation + Combination Birth Control Pill. Add Spironolactone if acne/hirsutism is severe.

  2. If your main goals are improving metabolic health, insulin resistance, and/or preparing for conception:

    • Best Starting Point: Aggressive lifestyle foundation + Metformin and/or Inositol supplementation.

  3. If your main goal is achieving pregnancy:

    • Best Starting Point: Lifestyle foundation + Letrozole (ovulation induction). Inositol is often recommended for 3-4 months prior to trying, as it improves egg quality.

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How do you Treat PCOS Infertility

Balancing Blood Sugar for Ovulation

Insulin resistance is the “hidden engine” behind most PCOS Diva Shop symptoms. When your insulin levels are high, your ovaries are triggered to produce more testosterone, which halts ovulation.

How do you treat PCOS infertility through metabolic health? It starts with a low-glycemic, anti-inflammatory diet. By stabilizing your blood sugar, you lower insulin levels, which in turn allows your hormones to rebalance. At PCOS Diva Shop, we recommend our targeted supplements like Ovasitol or Inositol powder, which are clinically proven to improve insulin sensitivity and restore regular menstrual cycles.

Lifestyle & First-Line Medical Treatments

Losing even a small amount of weight (if overweight) with a low-glycemic index diet and exercise can restore ovulation.
  • Metformin: 
    An insulin-sensitizing drug that helps regulate periods and improve ovulation, often used with clomiphene.
  • Clomiphene (Clomid) & Letrozole: 
    Oral medications that stimulate the ovaries to release eggs; letrozole is often more effective for PCOS Diva Shop.

Second-Line Treatments (If Medications Fail)

  • Gonadotropins: 
    Hormone injections (FSH/LH) to stimulate ovulation, but carry a higher risk of multiple pregnancies.
  • Intrauterine Insemination (IUI): 
    Placing prepared sperm directly into the uterus around ovulation, often combined with ovulation-inducing meds.
  • Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling (LOD): 
    A minor surgery that makes small holes in the ovaries to reduce androgen production and restore ovulation, used less often now.

Advanced Treatment

  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): Eggs are fertilized by sperm in a lab, then embryos are transferred to the uterus; an option when other methods fail.

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Conclusion: Your Fertile Future

A PCOS Diva Shop diagnosis is not the end of your fertility journey; it is a call to tune in to your body’s needs. By focusing on insulin sensitivity, egg quality, and stress management, you can overcome the hurdles of PCOS. Explore the PCOS Diva Shop today and discover how our curated solutions can help you move closer to the family you’ve always dreamed

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PCOS Medication to Get Pregnant

PCOS Diva Shop – Supporting Your Journey to Motherhood

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS Diva Shop) is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women of reproductive age. Millions of women around the world struggle with irregular periods, hormonal imbalance, weight gain, acne, and most importantly, difficulty conceiving. At PCOS Diva Shop, our mission is to empower women with the right knowledge, trusted solutions, and holistic support to improve fertility and overall health.

For women trying to conceive, understanding PCOS is the first step. PCOS Medication affects ovulation, which is essential for pregnancy. When ovulation does not happen regularly, getting pregnant becomes challenging. However, with proper lifestyle changes, nutrition, and carefully chosen supplements or treatments, many women with PCOS successfully achieve pregnancy.

Holistic Approach Over Quick Fixes

Many women believe medication alone is the answer. While PCOS Medication to Get Pregnant can be helpful in certain situations, long-term success often comes from addressing the root causes of PCOS Diva Shop. This includes balancing blood sugar levels, reducing inflammation, managing stress, and supporting hormone health naturally.

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Every woman’s PCOS Diva Shop journey is unique, but pregnancy is possible with the right guidance and support. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by conflicting information, focus on solutions that nourish your body, PCOS Hormonal Imbalance Supplement in USA, and support long-term wellness.

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Understanding Fertility Challenges in PCOS

PCOS Diva Shop primarily affects the ovaries and hormones responsible for ovulation. High androgen levels, insulin resistance, and inflammation can interfere with egg development and release. This is why many women search for reliable guidance on PCOS Infertility And Pregnancy when natural conception feels difficult.

It’s important to understand that there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution for PCOS. Each woman’s body responds differently based on hormone levels, insulin sensitivity, stress, and lifestyle habits. This is where a personalized, holistic approach becomes essential.

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We’re so excited to have Dr. Aumatma on the PCOS Diva Podcast. Dr. Aumatma is a licensed naturopathic doctor with 18 years of experience. She is the creator of The Restorative Fertility Method, host of Egg Meets Sperm Podcast (a top 5% podcast), 2x best-selling author and founder of Madre Fertility.

Tune in as they discuss:

  • How to get a healthy egg for pregnancy 
  • How to ovulate every cycle and learn your cycle
  • Lab tests that are valuable to see fertility 
  • Hidden toxins in pads and tampons
  • What the man can be doing to improve fertility 
  • Glucose monitoring to see what foods affect you

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Pcos Diva Dr. Barbara Paldus is the founder of Codex Labs. Codex Labs is a holistic acne management strategy, covering everything from cleansers, spot treatments and supplements. Dr. Paldus explains the powerful connection between gut health, inflammation, and chronic skin issues like adult female hormonal acne, eczema, and teen acne.

Tune in as they discuss:

  • Processed foods effects on acne
  • How many days it takes to reset your gut
  • How plants have co evolved with humans
  • Hidden dangers of overusing antibiotics and its impact on gut health
  • Skincare and nutrition

Resources Mentioned:

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Canadian-born of Czech parents and fluent in five languages with a Ph.D. from Stanford University (U.S.), Dr. Barbara Paldus holds over 50 US patents and is a serial entrepreneur, having started companies like Picarro (greenhouse gas detection for climate change) and Finesse Solutions (biotechnology equipment for vaccines like COVID-19, cancer therapeutics and cell therapy).

Codex Labs was conceived with dermatologists and ethnobotanists to deliver affordable, clinically proven skin-gut-brain solutions that support the microbiome and delivery healthy skin, without sacrificing sustainability.

]]> New Technology – Getting Fertility Answers Faster https://pcosdiva.com/pcos-fertility-monitor/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:27:09 +0000 https://pcosdiva.com/?p=42159 PCOS Fertility MonitorWomen with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) know what a challenge it can be to get a formal diagnosis. Unfortunately, many of us have experienced it ourselves. Often, weight gain, acne, hirsutism, and irregularity are not taken seriously until that results in infertility, and many of us only get to this point years or even decades after our symptoms began.

One in eight couples will have trouble getting pregnant or carrying a baby to term, however many are left frustrated without a formal diagnosis to explain their challenges. While some causes are truly unknown, others go undiagnosed as there is not enough information available or the signs go undetected. This is particularly true in cases involving PCOS. Our cycle patterns rarely conform to the “norm.” Ovulation prediction kits and fertility monitors are often useless.

I have written about OvuSense before and how it can be a game-changer helping women with PCOS gain awareness of their cycles and get pregnant, but recently the company has developed a new technology to help women with conditions like PCOS make the most of their data, called OvuSense Pro. For years women have been using the information from OvuSense’s Core Body Temperature (CBT) monitoring technology to help them get pregnant, but now women and their doctors actually use the same data to identify otherwise undetectable causes of infertility, in the hopes of addressing and tailoring their care sooner.Ovusense

Using data to find answers, rather than “wait and see”

For those who may not be familiar with OvuSense, it is the only FDA approved Class 2 fertility monitor designed to help understand the link between cycle characteristics of CBT curves and infertility. In recent research, presented at the 2019 American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) meeting, the OvuSense team assessed a range of “atypical cycle patterns” common in women with ovulatory conditions such as PCOS, within the OvuSense user base.

In a recent article, Fertility Focus CEO Rob Milnes explained how the new research aims to help women and their doctors uncover previously unidentified fertility issues without having to simply “wait and see” and struggle before getting a diagnosis. Knowing this information in advance may help doctors diagnose ovulatory issues and then monitor treatment, helping to remove some of the doubt around “unexplained” infertility, enable timely intervention or prevent recurrent miscarriages. 

“…a significant number of women with ovulatory issues never receive a satisfactory diagnosis. The ability of women over the age of 30 to conceive naturally within a year declines by around 5% per year, so with the demographic shift, it is now essential to find out if there is an ovulatory issue as soon as possible.”

No Such Thing as Typical PCOS Cycle

Essentially what the OvuSense study found — and what many women with PCOS already know— is that there is no such thing as a typical cycle pattern. However, when you look at the data and experiences of thousands of women, there are some patterns that while often go unrecognized can be indicative of certain conditions that greatly impact our fertility.

Using Technology to Identify 3 New Cycle Patterns

One of those patterns called ‘‘Crash to Baseline’’ suggests high progesterone early in the cycle. Another, called ‘‘False Start’’ suggests an initial surge in luteinizing hormone with an accompanying small progesterone rise. Both of these abnormal temperature patterns would be expected to occur in women with PCOS, and the study investigators do indeed plan to test this hypothesis. ‘‘Crash After Ovulation” suggests that progesterone may fall sharply in some women before the onset of their period, and it is possible that fertility may be impaired in these cycles.

OvusenseWhat OvuSense hopes this research and the release of OvuSense Pro boils down to, is that they want to help women before they have problems conceiving — to not only help them start their families when they choose, but also provide valuable information about their health.

Work with your doctor – at home

Particularly if you’ve had trouble trying to get pregnant or even fighting to get diagnosed for PCOS, working with a doctor is an important part of your journey. However, this isn’t always a 24/7 line of information. By using tools like OvuSense at home, you can begin to recognize patterns in your cycle in between appointments, making your in-person visits with your physician more productive since you’re armed with more information about your cycle.

The new platform allows an OvuSense user and their doctor to access detailed cycle information through an online portal. It provides unique key analysis about cycle patterns to help medical professionals to know whether they need to carry out further tests, what effect medications are having, to time tests like blood progesterone and ultrasound, to understand what’s happening during treatment, and to understand whether medications, treatment or dietary change are having an effect on the timing of ovulation and the length of cycles.

Some of these cycle patterns include those that were presented at ASRM last year, but it has also expanded to indicate early ovulation, late ovulation, anovulation, short luteal phase, and more. By easily pinpointing these cycle characteristics within your cycle, you and your physician can more quickly identify which hormones may be out of balance or identify changes or supplements that can support different elements of your fertility.

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]]> 214 – Effective strategies for weight loss and balancing blood sugar-[Podcast with Nagina Sethi Abdullah] https://pcosdiva.com/214-effective-strategies-for-weight-loss-and-balancing-blood-sugar-podcast-with-nagina-sethi-abdullah/ Fri, 23 May 2025 05:42:36 +0000 https://pcosdiva.com/?p=60089
 
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Today’s guest on the PCOS Diva Podcast is Nagina Sethi Abdullah. She is a management consultant, weight-loss and food coach, and founder of MasalaBody.com. It’s an online resource for healthy recipes and weight-loss tips for the busy working woman. Nagina has personally lost 40 pounds and has kept it off for over 10 years without counting calories or measuring portion sizes. Nagina has two kids and is now into middle age so she personally understands that professional women often don’t have the time, frankly, to spend hours at the gym or devote to dieting.
 
In this episode Dr. Vinu and Nagina dive into effective strategies for appetite control and blood sugar. You probably hear everywhere to “boost your protein intake”, well Nagina takes the time to actually explain WHY protein is so important to weight loss and blood sugar management. She explains step by step the best order of eating your food, how much protein you need per meal, sugar cravings, stress eating and more. This episode is a must listen for anyone who wants to eat healthier without feeling like they’re on a diet.
 
Tune in as they discuss:
  • The breakdown of why protein is so important
  • How to balance your blood sugar and keep it even all day
  • Stop focusing on calories, instead focus on blood sugar
  • The reason you are actually craving sugar
  • The best lean meats for protein and options for vegans
  • Fat burning food framework, what to pair your food with
  • Other options for dealing with stress that’s not food

Resources Mentioned:

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My name is Nagina Abdullah and I’m a weight loss coach and the founder of Masala Body.

As an online weight loss coach, I’ve used my methodology to help female professionals and corporate executives achieve their dream weight and bodies even if they work 60+-hour weeks. I work directly with professional women to help them look amazing in everything they wear.

]]> 213- How to break the cycle of emotional eating and find balance with food [Podcast with Elizabeth Dall] https://pcosdiva.com/213-how-to-break-the-cycle-of-emotional-eating-and-find-balance-with-food-podcast-with-elizabeth-dall/ Thu, 01 May 2025 16:38:25 +0000 https://pcosdiva.com/?p=60038 Podcast graphics 900 × 500 px 36

Elizabeth Dall is a certified women’s nutrition coach, food freedom expert, and behavior change coach who specializes in helping women like break free from the diet cycle, make peace with food, and create sustainable, healthy habits.

With a holistic approach rooted in mindset shifts, self-compassion, and practical strategies, Elizabeth helps women to stop overeating, embrace their bodies, and achieve their health goals without guilt, restriction, or dieting.

In this podcast episode Elizabeth explains how to make mindful eating choices and why that is the first step to making peace with food. She says “Every women has the gift on knowing when her body is full and meeting the needs of her body.”

Tune in as they discuss:
  • How emotional eating is actually telling you something
  • Why mindful eating creates a peaceful balance with food
  • The importance of putting screens away while eating
  • Benefits of using a guided meditation while eating to learn how to experience the food
  • Elizabeth’s thoughts on fasting
  • How to break out of the diet cycle

 

 

 

 

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Elizabeth Dall is a women’s wellness coach, certified nutrition coach, and exercise physiologist passionate about helping women make peace with food, embrace their bodies, and create sustainable habits for a vibrant, fulfilling life.

Elizabeth is the host of The Woman of Wellness Podcast, she shares expert insights, actionable tools, and inspiring stories to support you on your wellness journey. Her coaching programs and resources are designed to help women build consistency, overcome challenges, and create lasting change so they can feel confident, healthy, and free with their relationship with food and their body.

]]> 212- Traditional Chinese Medicine for Migraine Care [Podcast with Diane Ducarme] https://pcosdiva.com/212-traditional-chinese-medicine-for-migraine-care-podcast-with-diane-ducarme/ Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:03:25 +0000 https://pcosdiva.com/?p=59898 Podcast graphics 900 × 500 px 35

Diane Ducarme is the Founder & CEO of Migraine Heroes, is a leading figure in migraine investigation, blending the wisdom of Eastern Medicine with Western science and advanced technology to uncover the true roots of migraine disease.

Diane’s approach uniquely emphasizes adding functional foods instead of eliminating them, shifting away from restrictive practices to focus on nourishing the body. Diane’s dedication continues to transform lives, offering a holistic path to relief, resilience, and wellness for those navigating migraine disease.

Dr. Vinu and Diane discuss how 1 in 5 women have migraines and how migraines triple to quadruples for women once they reach puberty. Diane explains how the migraine attacks possibly are started in the digestive and hormonal systems. They also discuss how your gut has such a profound impact on the health of your brain. A healthy, balanced gut means no more error messages. No more error messages means no more migraines.
Tune in as they discuss:
  • How migraines are genetic
  • The importance of a balanced gut for migraines
  • Diet modifications for migraines
  • Why the birth control pill is over prescribed for migraines
  • How to get rid of a migraine naturally

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Diane Ducarme

Diane Ducarme, Founder & CEO of Migraine Heroes, is a leading figure in migraine investigation, blending the wisdom of Eastern Medicine with Western science and advanced technology to uncover the true roots of migraine disease. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a background in science and engineering, and fluency in seven languages—including Mandarin—Diane brings a rich perspective to the complex world of migraine care. Her journey has taken her from engineering to Traditional Chinese Medicine studies in China and, more recently, neuroscience research at Harvard X.

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