Anyone with PCOS?

[KelliGal]

When do you plan to test?

Oh wow that sounds so exciting! Hopefully you are able to adopt!

 

[BabeAwait]

Can't wait to see your test swimmyj!

 

[swimmyj1]

AF showed up lol darn witch a week late. Even with PCOS I've always had a regular cycle. Oh well fingers crossed the metformin, clomid and progesterone work over the next few cycles.

 

[BabeAwait]

Oh no I'm sorry swimmyj! Disregard my other message then. Dang witch outta be burned at the stake.

Do you think starting clomid will help you?

 

[swimmyj1]

I'm hoping the clomid will help. Last years MC I was on clomid and refused to take it again because of how crazy it made me. This time me and DH are prepared that i will act like a total crazy person.

Total TMI but he even said don't worry I know we need to have sex regardless of how mean you are or if your crying. I'll just put a pillow over you and it will be fine. HAHAHA. Last time no joke I cried the whole time. Hoping I don't get that reaction again.

Using progesterone vaginally did you guys notice any mess? did just wearing a pad help?

 

[BabeAwait]

Yes it's a horrible mess lol. I've been on it over a month straight now with the pregnancy. The first couple of cycles I tried using a pad but honestly the pads started giving me a rash so I switched to pantyliners. I use mine at nighttime before bed and I always wear a new pair of underwear throughout the daytime. I've also noticed I have to prewaah my underwear or the oil won't come out all the way. It can be nasty stuff lol.

Sorry the clomid makes you crazy. It's nice your hubby is so supportive and understanding.

 

[alicea]

So just been for an ultrasound and at long last it looks like i might have a diagnosis, she said she can see some pcos, have to wait til thursday for my consultant appointment to confirm but finally feel like im getting answers. Been ttc for 3yrs now but only went to be referred to the fertility specialist this march. Any questions you can recommend i ask at this appointment, or any advice would be greatly appreciated

Xx

 

[KelliGal]

Alicea- SOrry it looks like PCOS. Glad they are getting you some answers though! They will more than likely want to put you on Metformin, tell you to watch your diet and be sure to exercise. Are you hoping for Clomid?

 

[KelliGal]

As for me- I have had the FLU! Totally threw things off.. I couldn't temp, or BD or anything.. I was stuck to the bed for an entire week.. Just now starting to feel better.. Im CD 25 and don't have a clue if I ovulated lol. I also took a pregnancy test last night and fell asleep before looking at it and woke up this morning and there was a very noticeable line, however I am positive that's an evap.

How is everyone else?

 

[alicea]

KelliGal-thanks for the reply! I always thought I had Pcos but tests a couple of years ago didn't show anything. I have all the typical symptoms so am just glad the Dr's now know I was right lol. Have heard clomid can have bad side effects but to be honest I'm at a point that I am willing to try anything!! So happy I went to the outpatients department today to see if they had any cancellations, get to meet with the consultant 4months early
So annoying when u do a hpt then forget to go back and look within the time frame, try again tomoro morning hun

xxthanks for ur advice

 

[swimmyj1]

Alicea - metformin has really helped me. I've always had regular cycles but just had a feeling I had PCOS thankfully my doctor listened.

KelliGal - any update!?!?

 

[stefdan]

I know a blogger who had PCOS and now has a beautiful little girl. She wrote down her TTC journey, and posted on her blog. I think you can go to her blog and check how she overcome infertility.

This is her blog: The Mrs. & Co.
Here is a blog that she had been featured on: TTC Story: I Have PCOS & A Baby Bump

 

[KelliGal]

Hey guys.. Nothing new to report for me.. I am CD 34 and after having the flu so bad this cycle got completely screwed up. I've had brown spotting and then some red, then EWCm so I don't have a clue of whats going on! LOL

Always love my body, keeping me on my toes..

 

[swimmyj1]

Update I got a bfp tonight! Can't believe it, fingers crossed it's sticky!

 

[KelliGal]

Awesome!!! Congrats Swimmy!!! You were on Clomid this cycle right?

 

[swimmyj1]

yes and progesterone. trying not to get too excited. but i go see my doctor tomorrow and im going to beg her for blood tests

 

[kittykitchn]

Can I ask advice about foods and diet?

I'm vegan, so my diet is full of fruit, veg, beans, pulses, soya and I would say is pretty healthy. I'm a carb fiend though, and have really tried to cut down on breads and pastas. I don't consume caffeine, but I do like my tea sugary.

Do I need to cut these carbs out completely? Or is the odd thing (once/twice a week say) okay?

What about sugar? White/brown/sweeteners? Avoid altogether?

I've cut out and stopped so many things whilst TTC, I'd hate to cut out sugar as well.

I'm still very new to this, and trying to improve everything. Any guidance would be much appreciated. Thank you

 

[KelliGal]

https://www.facebook.com/groups/911186228933655/

I started a Facebook group for PCOS gals to lose weight and get food ideas, do challenges etc.. I'd love to have anyone that wants to join!

Kitty- Carbs and sugar isn't a friend of PCOS.. So as much as our body craves it, less is more.. Try and find as much protein packed items as possible to eat!

I've also had great success avoiding dairy!

 

[kittykitchn]

https://www.facebook.com/groups/911186228933655/

I started a Facebook group for PCOS gals to lose weight and get food ideas, do challenges etc.. I'd love to have anyone that wants to join!

Kitty- Carbs and sugar isn't a friend of PCOS.. So as much as our body craves it, less is more.. Try and find as much protein packed items as possible to eat!

I've also had great success avoiding dairy!

I always wonder why with such a good diet already (and I'm not overweight) I have it at all
Will I have to cut carbs out completely? Or will consuming infrequently in moderation still have a large negative effect?

Oh, and what about a lot of fruit? Is that bad as well (full of sugar I assume)?



On another note, does anyone have any experience with high prolactin levels? I'm struggling to get mine sorted. I've just finished my last round of clomid and am so scared I now won't ovulate naturally because of the prolactin (and PCOS, although I had ovarian drilling three weeks ago)

 

[swimmyj1]

Don't cut carbs completely that can be dangerous no joke I had a patient go from eating no carbs back to carbs and her body couldn't process them anymore and she went into shock. SCARY! But cutting back is a good idea.

Kelli I sent a request for the facebook. I need better eating habits