Women with irregular periods should be checked for PMOS, NHS says
The NHS has issued new guidance stating that women with irregular periods should be checked for Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). PMOS is a common condition that can have a significant impact on health and wellbeing, and is often underdiagnosed and inconsistently managed. The new guidance aims to improve consistency of care and increase awareness of the condition, with the goal of supporting earlier diagnosis and management.
- ▪Up to 4 million women with irregular periods should be investigated for PMOS, according to the new NHS guidance.
- ▪PMOS is associated with a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and mental health issues.
- ▪The condition can be more prevalent among black, Asian, and mixed ethnicity women, and healthcare professionals should consider this when assessing symptoms.
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Symptoms for PMOS, previously known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, include irregular, very short, long or absent periods. Photograph: Science Photo Library/AlamyView image in fullscreenSymptoms for PMOS, previously known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, include irregular, very short, long or absent periods. Photograph: Science Photo Library/AlamyHealthWomen with irregular periods should be checked for PMOS, NHS saysPolyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome is underdiagnosed and inconsistenly managed, according to NiceAnna Bawden Health and social affairs correspondentTue 30 Jun 2026 19.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleUp to 4 million women with irregular periods should be investigated for polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, according to new NHS guidance.PMOS, previously known…
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