PMOS (Polycystic Metabolic and Ovulatory Syndrome) is the new name for PCOS, officially renamed by the Endocrine Society in May 2026. At Mother Hospitals, Boduppal, Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy provides comprehensive PMOS management — hormonal correction, ovulation induction, insulin management, and fertility treatment. Most women with PMOS can conceive with appropriate care. Call 97059 93366.
PMOS (formerly PCOS) · Hormonal Regulation · Ovulation Induction · Weight Management · Fertility Treatment — all under one roof at Mother Hospitals, Boduppal
MBBS · DGO · Diploma in ART, Germany · TGMC Reg: 50624
19+ years · Founder, Mother Hospitals & IVF Center, Boduppal
The new name for PCOS — officially renamed in May 2026
In May 2026, the Endocrine Society officially recommended renaming PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) to PMOS — Polycystic Metabolic and Ovulatory Syndrome. The name change reflects a deeper understanding of the condition: it is not primarily an ovarian disease, but a complex hormonal and metabolic disorder that affects multiple body systems.
The underlying condition, its symptoms, and its treatments are exactly the same. If you were diagnosed with PCOS before May 2026, you now have PMOS. Nothing about your care changes — only the name used to describe it.
PMOS affects approximately 1 in 5 women of reproductive age in India — making it one of the most common hormonal conditions we treat at Mother Hospitals. Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy has been treating PCOS/PMOS for over 19 years and is fully updated with the latest 2026 clinical guidelines.
Recognise the signs — early diagnosis leads to better outcomes
Cycles longer than 35 days, fewer than 8 periods a year, or absent periods (amenorrhoea). Often the first sign noticed.
Excess androgens stimulate oil glands — acne on face, chest, and back that doesn't respond to usual treatments.
Hirsutism — dark, coarse hair on the chin, upper lip, chest, abdomen, or inner thighs due to raised testosterone levels.
Hair loss from the scalp (androgenic alopecia) — the same androgens that cause excess body hair can thin scalp hair.
Insulin resistance promotes fat storage — particularly around the abdomen. Weight loss is difficult despite diet and exercise.
Irregular or absent ovulation means eggs are not released consistently — making natural conception harder.
A step-by-step, personalised approach for every woman
Blood tests for LH, FSH, testosterone, DHEAS, prolactin, thyroid, fasting insulin, and AMH. Ultrasound to count antral follicles and assess ovary morphology. Rotterdam criteria applied to confirm PMOS diagnosis.
Personalised dietary guidance (low-GI diet), exercise prescription, and weight management plan. Even 5–10% weight reduction can restore ovulation in many women. Metformin prescribed for insulin resistance.
For women not planning pregnancy: combined oral contraceptives (COC) to regulate cycles, anti-androgens (spironolactone) for hair/acne, metformin for metabolic health. Long-term monitoring of blood sugar and lipid profile.
Letrozole (aromatase inhibitor) is the first-line agent for PMOS. Clomiphene citrate or gonadotrophins (injectable FSH) if letrozole is insufficient. Follicle monitoring with serial ultrasound scans.
IUI (intrauterine insemination) combined with ovulation induction if natural conception doesn't occur. IVF/ICSI with careful stimulation protocols (to avoid OHSS) for women who need assisted reproduction. Needleless IVF available for suitable PMOS patients.
Yes — PMOS is one of the most treatable causes of infertility
The good news: PMOS-related infertility is highly treatable. Unlike some other causes of infertility (blocked tubes, severe male factor), PMOS mainly causes infertility through irregular or absent ovulation — which can be corrected with medication.
Most women with PMOS conceive with ovulation induction — either naturally after cycle regulation, or with letrozole tablets and timed intercourse. A smaller percentage need IUI, and fewer still require IVF.
Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy has helped hundreds of women with PMOS become mothers — many naturally after hormonal regulation, and others through our targeted fertility protocols.
Answered by Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy
What is PMOS?
PMOS stands for Polycystic Metabolic and Ovulatory Syndrome — the new official name for what was previously called PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). The Endocrine Society renamed it in May 2026 to better reflect that it is a metabolic and hormonal disorder, not just an ovarian condition. The symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments are identical to PCOS.
Is PMOS the same as PCOS?
Yes. PMOS is the new name for PCOS. If you were diagnosed with PCOS before May 2026, you have PMOS. Nothing about your condition, treatment, or medications has changed — only the name used to describe it.
Can women with PMOS get pregnant?
Yes — most women with PMOS can conceive with appropriate treatment. PMOS is one of the most treatable causes of infertility. Ovulation induction, IUI, and IVF are all highly effective. Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy creates an individualised fertility roadmap at your first consultation.
What causes PMOS?
PMOS has both genetic and lifestyle components. Insulin resistance is a core driver — it raises insulin levels, which stimulate the ovaries to produce excess androgens (male hormones). This disrupts follicle development and ovulation. Family history, excess weight, and sedentary lifestyle increase risk.
How is PMOS diagnosed?
Using the Rotterdam criteria (2 of 3 must be present): (1) irregular or absent ovulation; (2) elevated androgens (clinical signs or blood tests); (3) polycystic ovaries on ultrasound (12+ small follicles per ovary). Blood tests include LH, FSH, testosterone, DHEAS, prolactin, thyroid, fasting insulin, and AMH. All diagnostic tests are available at Mother Hospitals.
Is PMOS curable?
PMOS cannot be permanently cured, but it is very effectively managed. Sustained lifestyle changes can achieve near-complete hormonal balance in many women. Medical treatment controls symptoms and restores fertility. Long-term, women with PMOS need monitoring for metabolic risks (type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease).
Does weight loss help PMOS?
Significantly. Even a 5–10% reduction in body weight can restore ovulation, lower androgen levels, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce acne and hair growth. Weight management is the first-line treatment for overweight women with PMOS and is always part of Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy's management plan.
How much does PMOS treatment cost in Hyderabad?
PMOS consultation at Mother Hospitals is transparently priced. Ovulation induction cycles with monitoring are affordable. IVF packages are all-inclusive. Call 97059 93366 for a full cost estimate based on your individual case.
Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy · TGMC Reg: 50624