After years of campaigning, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) finally has a name change: polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS).

According to experts, the previously confusing and inaccurate name lead to misunderstanding around the disease. It's hoped the update will bring more accurate diagnoses and treatment for women with the condition. And with 1 in 8 women affected, that's a huge deal.

Yumi Stynes chats with Professor Helena Teede, who led the name change initiative, as well as women living with PMOS.

This episode was recorded before the name change and refers to the disease as PCOS.

Featured in this episode: 

• Professor Helena Teede, female endocrine specialist from Monash University

This episode will answer questions such as: 

• What is PMOS? 
• Why does PMOS cause weight pain?
• What is the link between PMOS and infertility? 
• How is PMOS diagnosed?  

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This episode contains references to PCOS, PMOS, weight gain, excess hair, medical misogyny and infertility.