What is another word for PCOS?
Pronunciation: [pˈiːkˈɒs] (IPA) 
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that is characterized by an increase in androgens, irregular menstrual cycles, and the formation of cysts on the ovaries. It is also known as Stein-Leventhal syndrome, hyperandrogenic chronic anovulation, and polycystic ovarian disease. These synonyms describe the same condition but with different emphasis on the various aspects of the disorder. The term Stein-Leventhal syndrome was coined by the researchers who originally described the syndrome in 1935. Hyperandrogenic chronic anovulation accurately describes the hormonal and menstrual irregularities associated with PCOS, while polycystic ovarian disease focuses on the presence of cysts on the ovaries.
