Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) apps

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) apps

  • PCOS apps can help you keep track of your symptoms and triggers to identify trends. They can also help you learn more about PCOS.
  • Read more about PCOS apps reviewed by Healthify, and how to use them safely.
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PCOS apps can help you keep track of your symptoms and triggers to identify trends. They can also help you learn more about PCOS.

Tips when using PCOS apps

Do ()

  • Talk with your healthcare provider about your specific situation. An app can be helpful to keep track of your symptoms as part of your management plan, but because every person's experience is different, the symptoms vary from person to person. Some have very few or mild symptoms, while others are affected more severely by a wider range of symptoms. It's important not to rely on the app as your only source of information or to make a diagnosis.
  • Use an app to keep track of your symptoms as part of your management plan. Use graphs and reporting for a discussion with your healthcare provider.
  • Be careful when reading information on discussion boards or group chat rooms. Some apps have interactive features, eg, discussion boards or group chat rooms, where users can share their experiences. Be cautious because in most cases these aren't monitored by a health professional so the advice or suggestions may not be safe or effective practice.

Don’t (✘)

  • Rely on apps to make a diagnosis of your condition.
  • Make changes to your medicines based on the recommendations from the app.

Before choosing an app, think about how it will benefit you and what you want it to be able to do.

  • An app will only be helpful if you use it, so it needs to be something you like using and find easy to use.
  • If you find the app difficult to use, or you don't like the imagery or look of it, or the language it uses, you may want to find another one that suits you better.
  • For more guidance on how to choose health apps, see How to choose a health app.
  • It's important to remember that apps don’t replace professional help or your doctor’s advice.

App Description Clinical review

AskPCOS

 

  • An app by Monash university for women with PCOS.
  • Graphs and reporting.
  • Tracking and app community.
  • Education – informative articles on PCOS and related topics.
  • Cost: free
  • Available from App Store.
  • Read more about AskPCOS.
4 star review

PCOS Tracker

  • Diary and tracking.
  • Calculator or counter.
  • Reminders, graphs, and reporting.
  • Educational information –articles/videos/talks.
  • Cost: free
  • Available from App Store.
  • Read more about PCOS Tracker.
3 star review

PCOS app

  • Goal setting – based on a quiz only which leads to a recommendation for their supplements.
  • Education on nutrition and PCOS related topics. Recipes.
  • Cost: basic – free; paid upgrade version for $19.99 per month.
  • Available from App Store.
  • Read more about PCOS app.
2 star review

Other apps that may be helpful

Period tracking apps
Fertility apps

Disclaimer: The NZ Health App Library is a free consumer service to help you decide whether a health app would be suitable for you. Our review process is independent. We have no relationship with the app developers or companies and no responsibility for the service they provide. This means that if you have an issue with one of the apps we have reviewed, you will need to contact the app developer or company directly.

Factsheets – using health apps safely

How to choose a health app
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