Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome / PCOS: Myself
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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...
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...
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...
Ovarian Cysts
Asked by D.A. from Dallas
on September 27, 2006
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I had an ovarian cyst rupture this past May (for the first time - I didn't even know I had a cyst until it ruptured!), and I've been feeling some similar pains in the ...
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- Don't worry, but if you have more pain or bleeding go to the dr. I had an ovarian cyst and had to have my ovary removed but it was large and causing bleeding. Wh...
- I had one burst a year ago too, i am actually still researching my self, even seen 3 doctors. it is confusing, cysts just happen, ever since mine bursted my uterus has...
- I am an ultrasound tech so I deal with cysts and positions of the uterus all the time. The position of the uterus is not a big deal at all. In fact, I have even seen...
Seeking Information on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Asked by A.M. from Knoxville
on October 10, 2006
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I am a mom of 3 beautiful girls, I have really been thinking about how much I would like to have another baby, Well after 3 months of not having a period and taking se...
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- I was recently diagnosed with PCOS. I have a 15 month old who was conceived through the use of Clomid (I didn't know about the PCOS then, just that I didn't ovulate). ...
- The National Institute of Health has good information on this condition. http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/Polycystic_Ovary_Syndrome.cfm
- Dera A., My name is K.. I am 27 and have pcos. I was on bc pills for about 4yrs. My husband and I decided to have a baby. I got off the pill and went 3 mos w/o a ...
Question on Ovarian Cysts
Asked by S.B. from Louisville
on September 14, 2006
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I just got diagnosed with an Ovarian Cyst, I can't have children due to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, would they consider a hysterectomy?
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- I have had a cyst as well for three years now. They did surgery and left it. But I will not go into that. I just moved to the area and saw a new doctor and right away ...
- First of all, do you want to have children? I too have PID, and have had two children. Both pregnancies were normal and with no special needs. I also have suffered wi...
- I have cysts and 3 uterine fibroids. I went thru all sorts of medical tests and exams and thought the worst. Then I picked up Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom a book by ...
