PMOS, Formerly PCOS, May Be Associated with Alzheimer's Disease Risk

Recent research shows that certain metabolic issues associated with PMOS may affect dementia risk. NickyLloyd · E+/Getty Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), has been linked to changes in brain function and cognition that may overlap with Alzheimer’s disease. A new review suggests that metabolic conditions associated with PMOS, rather than PMOS itself, may help explain a potential link to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia risk, although more research is needed. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, and managing metabolic risk factors such as high blood sugar and cholesterol may help support long-term brain health. Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), has been linked to changes in brain function and cognition that may overlap with those seen in Alzheimer’s disease. However, a review published October 13 in the Journal of the Endocrine Society suggests that metabolic conditions commonly associated with PMOS, rather than PMOS itself, may help explain a potential link to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia risk. “Researchers are exploring whether some metabolic condi…

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