I have PCOS and believe I might be pregnant but tests are negative, even at doctor's

[Sweeney86]

My name is Erin and I have been literally going insane over the past couple months! My boyfriend and I began noticing strange symptoms about 3 months ago; stiffness in stomach (above navel especially but also a bit below), food aversions, this strange discharge EVERY SINGLE DAY (resembles egg whites, stringy, scentless), lower back pain, nipples enlarging, extreme heartburn, etc. I have not had any real "morning sickness" though I have had nausea off and on. We began feeling as though I had to be pregnant. At first, I told him I couldn't be because my doctor who had diagnosed me with PCOS had told me I couldn't get pregnant. However, over time, I began becoming convinced. He and I made an appointment with the same doctor who diagnosed me. However, the entire experience was HORRIBLE. All the tests came back negative and not a single question that we asked was answered. The doctor acted as though he didn't even remember me or know much at all about PCOS (Hadn't gone to him for about 3 1/2 years). He only wanted to preach to us about Jesus, church, and fertility clinics. He stated there was absolutely no infection while he was giving me my examination and the nurse from his office called with the blood results (negative), no infection, etc. Yet later, when we threatened to not pay for the unsatisfactory appointment, his nurse called and stated that all of a sudden, my "results were in" (Funny, a second time?) and I had a venereal infection that was sexually transmitted. I asked her if this would explain my stomach enlargement, my egg-white discharge, my heartburn, etc; to which she nonchalantly replied "mm hmm." I didn't buy it and was exceedingly upset. My boyfriend and I began researching the infection she stated I had and found that absolutely NONE of the symptoms were ANYTHING I had ever experienced such as "Thick, smelly discharge; pain while urinating, itchiness, etc." Furthermore, we found that this condition was so rare that a special blood test has to be ordered by the doctor to check. Long story short, none of it checked out and we were left with over $2000 in medical bills and NO answers. So fast forward to today, we are sitting here wondering what in the heck is going on as my stomach gets larger, my back hurts more, my heartburn gets worse, and I constantly poke my firm stomach hoping that an answer will come. All the at home pregnancy tests come back negative but I have found so much literature stating that women with PCOS often don't show positive in such tests because their hormones are messed up to begin with. I need some advice! I am terrified that something bad is going on because if I'm not pregnant, something very strange is happening. I had an ultrasound the same day of the appointment (also a horrible experience) and the results when the nurse called were negative (aside from her acting as though I should be surprised to find out I had poly cystic ovaries!). I had to explain that I already was well aware of my condition and that the ultrasound was not supposed to be anything other than to check out whether I was pregnant or not. She seemed confused, didn't explain anything, and hung up without addressing the issue. BIG SURPRISE. I just really would like someone to tell me their opinion, especially if some of you have had similar experiences or have gone through pregnancy with PCOS. I was under the impression I could never have children but I honestly am beginning to wonder and to be truthful, I am beginning to want this "possibility" in my stomach to come to fruition. I want this more than anything and I honestly just need some advice, some answers, and some support. Please let me know any information you can and feel free to ask me anything! Thanks so much!

 

[want2bmomy]

I read ur whole story.....what i think plz consult with other Doctors.take opinion.
And be positive...u wil have ur own baby soon.Dont think emotionaly....be practical like changing Doctor,ur excercise,diet...you can try natural remedies(Vitex) ...gud for Pcos(are u taking Metformin for pcos?).
Here almost all are in same boat....everybody wants baby...only thing is change ur mind...be happy... help yourself.
Sorry if m saying anything wrong...but honestly speaking...have patience with positive attitude...try to live happy ,only u can help urself...God is great...but he thinks u have that ability face things...lots of baby dust...

 

[ces2008]

I didnt want to R&R. I have no expirience with this. But Im sorry you had such a bad expirience with the doctor. My only advice is Get a different doctor!!! You know your body and if you think something is going on, dont give up until you get answers!

I had Chronic Abdominal Pain for 5 1/2 years and LOTS of doctors said that it was just Irritible Bowel Syndrome including my GI! My primary KNEW something was truely going on and I wasnt faking. At one point, I was in so much pain, I tried to kill myself. After being treated for depression and anxiety (which I continue to struggle with and be treated for, but am stabel) I refused to give up and finally saw a GI Specialist and the University of Minnesota Medical Center. He refused to give up til he had answers for me! Fast forward 4 months, and I got a diagnosis! Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. I needed my Common Bile Duct clipped and 4 months later my Pancreatic Sphincter clipped also. Today, almost 2 years later, Im no longer in pain!

Sorry for the long story. My point is, NEVER give up finding answers! Get a second opinion! If I hadnt, I would still be in extreme pain, and wouldnt be able to TTC!

 

[Sweeney86]

want2bmomy;

I genuinely appreciate the advice. However, I actually wasn't wanting to get pregnant at all to begin with. That was the last thing on my mind. However, in the current state, I have become more and more attached to the idea and have let down my emotional shield enough to become a bit more hopeful. I am not taking anything because again, I haven't been attempting to conceive. I am going to be making an appointment again with a different hospital though for a new ultrasound. Thanks so much for all the kind words and advice though! I appreciate it

 

[Sweeney86]

ces2008;

Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your story with me though! I honestly appreciate the advice and you are right, I need a different opinion. The last doctor literally left such a horrible taste in my mouth that I felt let down and almost as if maybe I was crazy! I too have depression which I still deal with on a daily basis. I just hope that all ends well in this. I am hopeful but scared for the future. Thanks again so much and I am so glad to hear you are doing better!

 

[PinkPeony]

Your doctor has his own personal biases clouding his ability to properly give you care. He seems very judgemental and looked at you and decided VD. Doctors treat young women like complete idiots sometimes. I'm glad to hear your going to see someone else. Some of what you described sounds like symptoms of ovarian cancer. I doubt it's that though bc I'm sure they would have picked that up on your US. Hope you find someone to take you seriously.

 

[Molae06]

If it were myself I would be alarmed by the symptoms and from what you wrote, I am suprised your dr has any patients at all. For one thing, and this is just my personal opinion, but I would switch doctors and never go back if my dr started preaching about Jesus and church during a MEDICAL appointment. I don't believe there would be any reason for it. Anyway, besides that rant I honestly hope you get checked out by another dr.

 

[ces2008]

ces2008;

Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your story with me though! I honestly appreciate the advice and you are right, I need a different opinion. The last doctor literally left such a horrible taste in my mouth that I felt let down and almost as if maybe I was crazy! I too have depression which I still deal with on a daily basis. I just hope that all ends well in this. I am hopeful but scared for the future. Thanks again so much and I am so glad to hear you are doing better!

Thanks! Keep me updated when you see the new dr. My fingers are crossed fo ryou!

 

[ragae32]

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