PCOS is Now PMOS: Understanding the Name Change
The new name was developed through a global engagement that included 56 patient organizations and societies worldwide, including ASRM. The work included a survey with 22,000 responses and the performance of multiple workshops of health care professionals and women with lived experience.
Women with the condition were the biggest drivers of the name change.
The new name, PMOS, accurately reflects the condition and its symptoms. The name change will facilitate greater awareness, improving care and outcomes.
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Advocacy Resources
ASRM has prepared resources to help you explain and advocate for reproductive rights and the continuation of in vitro fertilization and other fertility treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
ASRM's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) provides answers to common questions about reproductive health.
Patient Journeys
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State and Territory Infertility Insurance Laws
One way that ASRM works to improve access to fertility care is by advocating for insurance coverage for reproductive medicine care. All patients should have access to the care they need.
Fact Sheets and Infographics
ASRM produces a series of fact sheets and booklets on various topics related to infertility, reproductive health, and family planning. The fact sheets and booklets are available in English, Spanish, and Chinese.
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Find all the resources on a specific topic compiled onto a single page.
SART Fertility Experts Podcast
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Patient Education Videos
ASRM and its affiliated society SART have made several videos to explain the sometimes difficult topics related to reproductive medicine.
Terms and Definitions
Find explanations for the meaning behind the doctor-speak you hear when trying to research reproductive medicine topics. ASRM has defined the most popular terms in easy to understand language.
Patient Stories
Read real-life stories from patients who have faced reproductive medicine challenges and come out stronger on the other side.
Fertility in the News
ASRM Press Releases and Bulletins are published by ASRM's Office of Public Affairs to inform the world about important happenings in reproductive medicine and at ASRM.
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Coping with hirsutism and PCOS can be emotionally challenging. You may feel self-conscious or concerned about issues like excessive hair growth, weight management, or future fertility. It’s important to remember that many people experience similar challenges, and these conditions are more common than you might think. Seeking support early on can make a difference, as early diagnosis and treatment often lead to better outcomes.
Even though you may feel hesitant to share these feelings, talking with a physician can open doors to medical and cosmetic treatments that address both PCOS and hirsutism. A range of options is available, including medication, and, if needed, electrolysis or laser treatments to permanently reduce unwanted hair.
If you’re seeking specialized help, ASRM can assist in finding a reproductive endocrinologist knowledgeable about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. This specialist can guide you on your journey and help you address your specific goals and concerns.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS is Now PMOS: Understanding the Name Change
ASRM endorses renaming PCOS to PMOS, reflecting its complex hormonal and metabolic impacts to improve awareness, diagnosis, and care.
SART Fertility Experts - PCOS with Dr. Mark Trolice and Dr. Anuja DokrasPCOS with Dr. Mark Trolice and Dr. Anuja Dokras
In this episode of the SART Fertility Experts podcast, Dr. Mark Trolice sits down with PCOS expert Dr. Anuja Dokras, who explains diagnosis, risks, fertility, lifestyle changes, and new treatments to empower women with PCOS in 2025 and beyond. Listen to the Episode
Conditions Treated with Surgery on the Fallopian Tubes and Ovaries
Surgery can be used to treat problems with the ovaries or fallopian tubes, such as cysts, endometriosis, or infections. View the Fact Sheet
Weight and fertility
One of the easiest ways to determine if you are underweight or overweight is to calculate your body mass index (BMI). View the fact sheet
Kilo ve Doğurganlık
Gebelik için ideal kiloda olup olmadığınızı anlamanın en kolay yollarından biri, vücut kitle indeksinizi (VKİ) hesaplamaktır. View the fact sheet
Polikistik Over Sendromu (PKOS)
Polikistik over sendromu (PKOS), kadınların %5-10’unu etkileyen yaygın bir hormon bozukluğudur. View the fact sheet
SART Fertility Experts - PCOS
Ovarian drilling for infertility
Often, women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) do not have regular menstrual periods. View the fact sheet
Hirsutism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) (booklet)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which the ovaries contain many cystic follicles associated with chronic anovulation (lack of ovulation) and overproduction of androgens (male hormones). View the booklet
