Why are we still calling it Polycystic Ovary Syndrome when science, lived experience, and logic say it’s so much more than that?
In this episode of Beyond the Cyst, i unpack the history, science, and stigma behind the outdated term PCOS—and explores why the time has come to rename it. From the 1935 origins of the diagnosis to the latest 2024 research, this conversation challenges everything we thought we knew about the condition.
Whether you’re living with PCOS, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about how language shapes healthcare—this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a call to action.
💡 You’ll learn:
• Why the term “polycystic” is medically misleading
• The systemic and hormonal roots of PCOS most people don’t talk about
• Proposed new names—and what they get right (and wrong)
• Why renaming isn’t just semantics—it’s about better care, visibility, and advocacy
This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or dismissed because of a condition that deserves more than a 90-year-old label.
🎧 Tune in and let’s rethink the name together.
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