Medical Disclaimer
Please read this disclaimer carefully before using HerPCOS Portal.
What HerPCOS Portal Is
HerPCOS Portal is an educational and informational platform dedicated to helping women learn about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). We provide:
- ✓General educational content about PCOS symptoms, causes, and management
- ✓An AI-powered chat assistant for answering informational questions
- ✓A community Q&A section with general health information
- ✓Links and references to reputable medical sources and guidelines
What HerPCOS Portal Is Not
HerPCOS Portal is not a medical service and does not provide medical care in any form. Specifically, we are:
- ✗Not a licensed medical provider, clinic, or healthcare facility
- ✗Not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
- ✗Not a crisis or emergency service
- ✗Not capable of examining you, reviewing your medical history, or ordering tests
- ✗Not responsible for actions taken based on content found on this site
AI Assistant Limitations
Our AI chat assistant is designed to provide general educational information about PCOS. You should be aware of its limitations:
Not a Clinician
The AI has no medical license and cannot diagnose conditions, prescribe treatments, or review lab results.
Knowledge Cutoff
AI responses are based on training data with a knowledge cutoff date and may not reflect the latest medical guidelines.
Potential Errors
AI can produce inaccurate or incomplete information. Always verify important health information with a qualified provider.
No Personal Context
The AI does not know your personal medical history, medications, allergies, or individual health circumstances.
When to Seek Emergency Care
Do not use HerPCOS Portal in a medical emergency. Call 911 (or your local emergency number) immediately if you or someone else is experiencing any of the following:
- •Severe abdominal or pelvic pain
- •Signs of a heart attack (chest pain, shortness of breath, arm pain)
- •Signs of a stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty)
- •Severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis
- •Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
- •Ectopic pregnancy symptoms (sharp one-sided pain, dizziness, shoulder pain)
- •Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) with severe bloating
- •Any symptom you believe is life-threatening
No Doctor-Patient Relationship
Use of HerPCOS Portal does not create a doctor-patient, therapist-patient, or any other professional healthcare relationship between you and HerPCOS Portal, its team, or any affiliated individuals. Communications through this site — including through the AI assistant, Q&A section, or contact form — do not constitute the provision of medical advice or professional healthcare services.
Limitation of Liability
HerPCOS Portal, its owners, operators, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this site or its content. This includes, without limitation, any harm resulting from reliance on information provided by the AI assistant or any other feature of the portal. You use this service entirely at your own risk.
⚠️ Always consult your healthcare provider. If you have any questions or concerns about your health — including PCOS symptoms, medications, or treatment options — please speak with a qualified medical professional such as a gynecologist, endocrinologist, or your primary care physician.