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PCOS, now also called PMOS

PCOS symptom and cycle diary

Record when each period starts and stops, and note skin and hair changes and your mood alongside your medicines. Then give your doctor a clear picture of the months between appointments.

Coming soon to iPhone and Android.

What to record for PCOS

PCOS is a common hormonal condition. It affects how the ovaries work, and its symptoms differ from person to person and can change over your life. They can include irregular or missed periods, acne or oily skin, extra hair on your face or body, thinning hair on your scalp, tiredness, and mood changes such as anxiety or depression. The PCOS template asks about your cycle and your symptoms, so changes show up over the months. Fill in what you can and skip anything you'd rather not. You can always come back later.

  • When each period starts and stops
  • How long each cycle is, worked out for you
  • Acne
  • Extra hair growth on your face or body
  • Thinning hair on your scalp
  • Other skin changes, such as dark patches
  • Your mood

For the months between appointments

Mark the start and the end

Two taps when a period starts, and two when it stops. Kind Witness counts the days from one period to the next, so you don't have to.

Tick what's changed

Acne, extra hair and thinning hair each have their own tick, so slow changes over the months are easy to see.

Note your mood

Mood changes such as anxiety or depression can be part of PCOS, and it's important to get support for them. Recording how you've been feeling puts your mood alongside your cycle in every report.

Note what was going on

Periods can be irregular for other reasons too, such as being stressed, or starting or changing hormonal contraception. Tap any that were going on. Over time, your report shows how often each one came up, as plain counts.

Questions about PCOS diaries

Does Kind Witness diagnose PCOS?

No. Kind Witness is a diary. It records what you tell it and helps you share it. Only your doctor can tell you what it means. Read our medical disclaimer

Is PMOS the same as PCOS?

Yes. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) in May 2026, a name that better reflects the condition. Its diagnosis and treatment haven't changed, and both names may be used for a while, until guidelines catch up. The app's template is called PCOS for now.

Can a diary help before I have a diagnosis?

Yes. Keep a record of your periods, such as when each one starts, how long it lasts and when it stops, and track your other symptoms too. Then take the record with you to your appointment. If you think you might have PCOS, it's important to see your doctor, even if your symptoms are mild.

How does it work out my cycle length?

Your cycle runs from the first day of one period to the first day of the next. Mark the day each period starts, and Kind Witness counts the days in between. It shows the number and never tells you what it means. See your doctor if your periods have stopped for 3 months or more, or you've had 8 or fewer in a year.

Do I have to record my weight?

No. The PCOS template hides weight unless you turn it on, and you can leave it off for good. Negative body image can be part of PCOS, so you record only what you choose to.

Can I keep track of my medicines?

Yes. Treatment for PCOS can include medicines. Record each medicine with its dose and when you take it, tick a missed or late dose, and mark when a medicine or dose changes. Anything else you notice can go in an entry in your own words.

Can I track PCOS alongside endometriosis?

Yes. Choose every condition that applies when you set up, such as PCOS and endometriosis. Each entry uses the template you pick, and reports can show each condition on its own or all together. Endometriosis pain and symptom diary

Is my diary private?

Your diary is stored and encrypted on your phone. Nothing leaves it unless you send it. How we protect your diary

Is there a paper version?

Yes. The free printable symptom diary asks the same basic questions as the app, so you can fill it in by hand. Printable diaries

Written by Kind Witness · Sources checked 31 October 2026

Sources

  1. healthdirect. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). December 2024.
  2. Better Health Channel (Victorian Department of Health). Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). 14 August 2026.
  3. Jean Hailes for Women's Health. PMOS (formerly PCOS): symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. 21 May 2026.
  4. healthdirect. Irregular periods. March 2026.
This page is general information, not medical advice. If something is new, severe or worrying you, contact your doctor. In an emergency, call your local emergency number (000 in Australia). Medical disclaimer