Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, is a common but complex endocrine condition that affects around one in eight women. That’s more than 4 million across the UK.
The name change to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) reflects the reality that this is a whole-body condition, not just an ovarian condition, with hormonal, metabolic and psychological effects that can be life-changing and sometimes debilitating for many people.
Despite how common it is, many people still face years of uncertainty before getting a diagnosis.
PMOS can also affect transgender men, non-binary and gender-diverse people. Everyone experiences PMOS differently and it’s important to ensure care is inclusive.
Watch and share our film to learn more about PMOS and help spread awareness.
Read more in RCN Magazine's PMOS explainer: rcn.org.uk/magazine/PMOS
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PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, is a common but complex endocrine condition that affects around one in eight women. That’s more than 4 million across the UK.
The name change to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) reflects the reality that this is a whole-body condition, not just an ovarian condition, with hormonal, metabolic and psychological effects that can be life-changing and sometimes debilitating for many people.
Despite how common it is, many people still face years of uncertainty before getting a diagnosis.
PMOS can also affect transgender men, non-binary and gender-diverse people. Everyone experiences PMOS differently and it’s important to ensure care is inclusive.
Watch and share our film to learn more about PMOS and help spread awareness.
Read more in RCN Magazine's PMOS explainer: rcn.org.uk/magazine/PMOS
Please subscribe here: @RCNonline
Website: rcn.org.uk
Facebook: facebook.com/royalcollegeofnursing
Instagram: instagram.com/thercn
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/royal-college-of-nursing-cp
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rcn.org.uk
Threads: threads.net/@thercn
#PMOS #PCOS #polyendocrinemetabolicovariansyndrome #polycysticovarysyndrome #nursing #clinical #advice #RCN #RCNMagazine
