syndrome des ovaires polykystiques
The English phrase polycystic ovarian syndrome is syndrome des ovaires polykystiques in French.
This phrase refers to a hormonal disorder in women characterized by irregular menstrual cycles and multiple small cysts on the ovaries.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of syndrome (syndrome), des (of the), ovaires (ovaries) and polykystiques (polycystic).
Did you know?
- In French medical prescriptions and patient forums, you will almost exclusively see the acronym SOPK rather than the full phrase. Using the full name syndrome des ovaires polykystiques can actually sound overly formal or clinical in a casual conversation about health.
- The word syndrome is a learned borrowing from the Ancient Greek word συνδρομή, which literally means 'running together'.
- In French medical discourse, the term syndrome is often used to describe a group of signs that occur together even if the underlying cause is unknown, distinguishing it from a maladie which implies a known specific cause.
Examples in context
- Le médecin a diagnostiqué le syndrome des ovaires polykystiques chez cette patiente.The doctor diagnosed the patient with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
- Elle souffre du syndrome des ovaires polykystiques.She suffers from polycystic ovarian syndrome.
- Le syndrome des ovaires polykystiques peut causer de l'infertilité.Polycystic ovarian syndrome can cause infertility.
- Les symptômes du syndrome des ovaires polykystiques varient beaucoup.The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome vary a lot.
Example conversation
Chloé explains her medical condition to Hugo at home.
- HugoQu'est-ce que tu as, Chloé ?What's wrong, Chloé?
- ChloéOn m'a diagnostiqué le syndrome des ovaires polykystiques.I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
- HugoEst-ce que c'est grave ?Is it serious?
- ChloéC'est un problème hormonal, mais c'est gérable.It's a hormonal issue, but it's manageable.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries des, syndrome, CC BY-SA 4.0.
