What the score means
This is a symptom screener, not a diagnosis. A higher score means several PCOS-associated symptoms are present at once - the kind of pattern that makes a clinician want to look closer with blood work and sometimes an ultrasound. A low score doesn't rule PCOS out either; some people have a single dominant symptom (often irregular cycles) and an otherwise quiet picture.
Things to do next
If your result said anything other than "Few PCOS signs," the most useful prep for a doctor visit is 2-3 cycles of cycle data. The menstrual cycle calculator can give you a starting framework; the Femora app makes it automatic. Bring symptom severity, what you've already tried, and any family history.
Frequently asked questions
How is PCOS actually diagnosed?
By a clinician, using the Rotterdam criteria: two of three from irregular ovulation, signs of high androgens (lab or visible), and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. This checker can flag symptoms but it can't diagnose.
What if I have regular periods but other symptoms?
You can still have PCOS with regular cycles, though irregularity is the most common sign. If hirsutism, scalp thinning, or insulin resistance signs are present, raise it with a doctor.
Is PCOS treatable?
There's no cure, but symptoms are very manageable. Common approaches include cycle regulation (hormonal birth control), metformin for insulin resistance, anti-androgens for skin/hair, and weight management when relevant.
These calculators give estimates based on cycle averages and standard formulas. They are for general information only and are not medical advice. For anything concerning your health or pregnancy, talk to a qualified healthcare provider.