Source: Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog – BBC News
Women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) should have annual checks so doctors can spot the wide-ranging health issues that can come with this complex condition, says new advice for the NHS.
PMOS, which affects around one in eight women, used to be known as polycystic ovary syndrome but was renamed in May, external to better reflect the broad impact it can have across the body.
In its draft guidance, external, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) urges faster diagnosis along with better monitoring.
PMOS is a major cause of female infertility. Symptoms can include irregular periods, excessive hair growth and weight gain.
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