Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome / PCOS
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - Need Information & Advice, Please!
Asked by E.S. from Chicago
on May 25, 2011
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I was diagnosed today with polycystic ovarian syndrome. I had made an appointment to discuss my symptoms (fatigue, unexplained weight gain, sudden/rapid hair loss, me...
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- I was diagnosed with PCOS in my early 30's and am not 41. I'm at work so I can't type the whole story, but if you have any questions please ask. I like to help. BTW w...
- E., go up to the box that says "Search" beside it and type in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Then click on "Search". You'll find a bunch of threads here on Mamapedia a...
- I'm glad that they were able to diagnose the hormone irregularities as well as the Vitamin D deficiency. I'm concerned that the doc only has you on a once weekly pres...
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Asked by M. from Dallas
on November 13, 2006
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I have a good friend who was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). She was diagnosed a few years ago and knew that it could cause fertility issues. She is...
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- Oh, I have lots of success stories for your friend! I was diagnosed YEARS ago...before they had so much hype around this as now. I let my fiance know before we were ma...
- Don't know if you got the answer, but I did it all trying to have kids (now have three kids with PCOS of which the third happened on its own.) Have your friend go t...
- All I have to say is, I thought I was safe, not only were we practicing safe sex, but I had to be enduced with my daughter. As in terms of carrying her to full term, s...
Questions Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on March 17, 2007
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My Gyno told me after testing that I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. She belives that I have had it since I was 15 and my old Gyno said it was Endometriosis. I have ...
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- J., You're way ahead of where I was at your age (now I'm 39, but didn't know about PCOS until 2004). There is soooo much more info out there now. Google will yield ...
- I was told that I had this while trying to become pregnant with my first child. I never thought anything about having irregular periods. Just thought that was just my ...
- I have PCOS, too and conceived after 2 years of trying. Its a good sign you conceived! Congrats on your 7 month old! We tried the fertility DR for the first year of it...
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome-PLease Advise-all Help Appreciated!
Asked by T.C. from Spartanburg
on June 27, 2007
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I went to my OBGYN this AM and hs said that I might have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. I am 30 years old and want to expand our family more. We have three beautiful bab...
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- Good Morning, I was diagnosed with PCOS also. I DID have problems getting pregnant, but since you already have 3, and assuming you didn't have a problem getting pr...
- I have not read the other responses so I apologize if any of my information is a repeat for you. I too have PCOS. I probably had it my whole adult life and no one kn...
- I have PCOS and one DS and one DD on the way. It's not the end of the world, but it is difficult to conceive. Each person has a degree of difficulty. I have a friend w...
Any Moms Who Have Had Bacterial Vaginosis And/or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome?
Asked by D.S. from San Francisco
on May 9, 2007
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I have always suffered from yeast infections since my teens but this is the first time being diagnosed with Bacterial Vaginosis (BV). Does anyone know what causes it ...
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- I have had Bacterial Vaginosis several times and I don't know what causes it. It's really annoying and it can sometimes be gross. The doctor always gives me antibiotic...
- My 16 year old was just dianosed with POS. I am not telling her because she will look it up and there are soooo many distrubing side affects. She has aniexty which alr...
- Hi D., My sister has had the same diagnosis, and here is what she had to say: I've also experienced frequent yeast infections and infertility due to PCOS. Besides i...
Fertility Issues for Women with Polycystic Ovaries Syndrome (POS)
Asked by G.C. from New York
on March 24, 2008
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Has anyone who was diagnosed with POS (Polycystic ovaries syndrome) been able to get pregnant and what was the wait time and complication with diabetes, heart diseases...
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- I have POS and I have two great, healthy kids. I went to a fertility doctor at Yale who was great. the best thing to do is stay slim and in shape if you can. There are...
- Hi G., PCOS can be overcome ... I know this because I have it along with a beautiful 7 month old girl! I was in infertility treatment for a year and a half, but I ...
- I have PCOS with only one ovary functioning. I tried for 7 years and refused to use fertility drugs. As a last resort at age 33, my dr. ordered a sonohistogram (so lon...
Question on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Asked by T.L. from Houston
on February 25, 2007
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Hello, I have been reading a lot of info on PCOS and I really believe I have that. How can I find out for sure if I do? Do I go to a ob/gyn for a pap smear? I've been ...
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- You can start with a visit to your ob/gyn, but insist on a referral to an endocrinologist who knows about PCOS. It is worth getting checked out.
- You can get a transvaginal ultrasound. It is a solid imaging instrument that is inserted into your vagina to get closer to your ovaries. It is not painful, sometimes u...
- Yes you need to go to an OB/GYN and have yourself checked it is not normal to go without a period that long I just had a niece that thought it was all right to to go w...
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Treatment.
Asked by D.B. from New York
on June 16, 2010
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I have suffered from PCOS for about 6 years. I have tried metformin, diet, exercise and all possible forms of oral treatment, which have not worked. My doctor today ...
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- I have PCOS and had this procedure done 12 years ago. What my dr told me was that the ovary tries to release eggs and they are not fully released. They then form sca...
- I have pcos, and have not heard of this treatment. You could maybe go onto the website, www.soulcysters.net to see if anyone there is familiar? Also, you didn't mentio...
- are you seeing someone who specializes in PSOD? I was diagnosed with it and treated -- with a med that causes liver failure! I was never told about that. Anyway, ...
Daughter with PCOS
Asked by A.B. from Jackson
on September 27, 2009
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My daughter was diagnosed with PCOS last summer (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). The doctor gave her Metformin, a drug diabetics take, and it works for keeping her cycl...
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- I agree with the others on the natural progesterone cream. I wonder if the Dr. and your daughter would agree to try it for at least 6 months. I wish my daughter woul...
- I am 32 years old and have pcos. At around the age of 16 I stopped having regular periods, I might have a period one month and then not have another one for 3-6 month...
- A., I agree with Cynthia's response. I can help you get some Progesterone cream. I sell Arbonne and we have a progesterone cream that is already metered, so all she...
PCOS Anyone?
Asked by D.B. from Dallas
on May 7, 2008
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In 2005 I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). My doctor ran some tests b/c I could not get pregnant...well I wasn't ovulating due to the PCOS. She...
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- Yes I can relate I've had PCOS since 2000. They put me on Metformin and my life changed I could have a normal life again. No more continual periods. I got married and ...
- I have PCOS as well but my symptoms don't sound as severe as yours. I was on Metformin a few years ago (not to get PG but to manage symptoms) and that combined with b...
- Go see an endocrinologist. They will be able to help you manage the stuff that goes along with PCOS (losing hair you want and growing hair you don't, unhealthy insulin...
