For decades, women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have often been told that the condition centres on cysts forming on the ovaries. In reality, many women who meet the diagnostic criteria never develop ovarian cysts at all, which means the name has long created confusion for both patients and clinicians alike. In May 2026, […]
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World Infertility Awareness Month, observed each June, focuses on a global health challenge that affects millions of people, yet is too often misunderstood or left unspoken. Infertility is not only a medical issue—it’s a deeply emotional journey that impacts people of all backgrounds. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), an estimated 1 in 6
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The alarm has rung three times, yet she remains lying still, eyes fixed on the ceiling. Her body feels heavy, unresponsive, while her mind races through a chaotic stream of tasks she never managed to write down. What was she meant to do today? Eat breakfast. Make something PCOS-friendly. But what does that even mean
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‘Beautiful chaos’ is how most people would describe parenting teens: the rollercoaster of emotions, grappling with finding their identity and, of course, the challenge of new and exciting (and sometimes scary) bodily changes. When it comes to daughters, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) adds a whole new layer to parenting, especially during an already intense and
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A polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis may feel like the end of the world, and dealing with its symptoms is a frustrating, often painful and scary experience for many women. From weight fluctuations and excess hair growth to insulin resistance and problems with conceiving, PCOS can be life-changing – but there’s no need for life
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