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OK guys. I just went to get my ultrasound results today and I got some bad news! But kinda good in a way. I found out that I have cystic ovaries. And with all of my other symptoms I have been diagnosed with PCOS. I have a referral to a gynecologist and a requisition for blood work to be done to prep for it. I guess this is why my periods are so irregular. What are some of the options I have with this condition? Thank you
 
Hello!
5 years ago I started Metformin(due to PCOS) for the first time before I got pregnant with my daughter. I was taking 2 times a day 500. I remember I had diarrhea and nausea but 2-3 weeks later my body got used it. During my pregnancy I had to take 3 times a day 500 and everything was ok.

5 years later we are trying for a second one...I started again taking metformin 2 times a day and my body freak out!!! So much nausea and severe diarrhea!! I tried to keep taking it so for about a month I had to go to the bathroom all the time and I wasnt taking it when I was at work. One day I even soiled my underwear THANK GOD I was home! I was soooooooooooooooooooooo mad!! I called her (after I showered lol) and she said that I have to visit my endocrinologist to advise me what should do until then I should stop taking them.No kidding!!

Anyway, that means that I'm trying this month without Metformin but Im thinking to go back with 500 once a day and increase very very slow the dosage until I see the specialist.

P.S Always helps eating healthy with this kind of medication...Helps the cycle and reduces side effects.

Good luck girls!!:dust:
 
megangrohl said:
OK guys. I just went to get my ultrasound results today and I got some bad news! But kinda good in a way. I found out that I have cystic ovaries. And with all of my other symptoms I have been diagnosed with PCOS. I have a referral to a gynecologist and a requisition for blood work to be done to prep for it. I guess this is why my periods are so irregular. What are some of the options I have with this condition? Thank you
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Hi Megan, i'm right about where you are. my ultrasound last month showed that i might have pcos (though my gyn and FS had different opinions). I am waiting to do my bloodwork CD2 to determine whether I actually do have it or not. Do you have any of the other symptoms? Don't worry, in some ways, I think PCOS has changed my life for the better. I've started eating really healthy to fight it. I read a bunch of books on it and have even gotten my DH to eat better. He and I try to stay active and avoid alcohol and caffein. There are a bunch of ways to fight it, stay strong girlfriend!
 
Thats pretty crazy eh? The ultrasound showed a whole crapload of follicular cysts on BOTH ovaries. But I DO have normal periods around 28-30 days in between my cycles but I know that doesnt mean that I am ovulating regularly.

I honestly think its an estrogen problem, but I ovulated this month and guess what??? I am PREGNANT!!!!!!!!!!!! But it's still early so I know I can miscarry and I heard that miscarriage is higher rates for PCOS. Is this true? I am only 4 weeks pregnant right now. I am still in shock. First month of unprotected sex and I get pregnant. How does that work? I was so depressed that I was never gonna get pregnant and I have been crying. Maybe it was those pregnancy hormones, who knows. Well hopefully this one stcks!!!

And the only symptoms I have are the acne when my period is due but its really not that bad, facial hair which I wax (chin) and I also have some bellow my belly button which I have shaved since I was 16 (bad idea! lol), other than that I think the only real symptom I have is cystic ovaries. Thank you for your reply! PM me anytime if you need to talk.

P.S I made my fiance eat better because I eat really healthy. But now I want to eat all the junky stuff lol trying to stay away!!!
 
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats!!!!!!!

Think positive!!! stay away from sugars and bad carbs.
Are you on any meds for pcos??
 
No! Today at the clinic they just told me that I had poly cystic ovaries and that was it. They gave me a requisition for blood work and I am gonna go in Monday. I never thought to even ask for a pregnancy test because I dont even feel pregnant other than my sore breasts and a late period. So I think I may not have PCOS and maybe just polycystic ovaries because this is the second time I've been pregnant and this is the first month of trying with unprotected sex. Isn't that crazy? lol And thank you for the congrats I am still in shock. I don't eat alot of carbs, like I eat alot of veggies and meat and healthy foods. When u say carbs do you mean sugary carbs like candy and stuff?
 
Thats great!!!
I mean white bread, white pasta,rice e.t.c ...these types of carbs turn to sugar! Of course you will eat in moderation but not exessively!!
Yes maybe you dont have pcos....anyhow the point is that you are pregnant and that all what matters right now!!
Enjoy your magical journey do not worry too much!!
:):):):):)
 
Thank you so very much :) I don't eat any white bread or anything. I eat only whole wheat or rye breads and I don't eat them very much. I barely eat rice, and I have been taking prenatal vitamins since March. I drink a ton of liquids and that sucks for me but at least I am being healthy lol eat tons of veggies - i make my own salad, eat broccoli like its going out of style, asparagus, carrots, onions, mushrooms, all the good stuff!!
 
Congrats Megangrohl!!!! Finger's x'd for sticky bean :) I've been on metformin since May, was at 1500mg a day, dose was way too high (same side effects as bebehope mention aboved) so he lowered it, still same effects but just a little lesser...wishing you best of luck and h&h9months :)
 
Aw Im sorry Lola, its still early for you so dont lose hope yet!! :hugs:

Yep im going to be positive this cycle, try not to let it rule my life??!!!!

Megan, congratulations chick :wohoo:

Bebehope, sorry i dont know anything about Metformin, good luck though and look up the Low GI diet as thats really good for people with PCOS :munch:

:hug:
 
Lolageorgia don't be sad yet. I tested at 11 DPO and it was negative. Then I tested 4 days later and it was positive. I was 1 day late. Thanks everyone. I'm not sure what to think of this. I am still in shock and not able to beleive I am pregnant but I do have symptoms.
 
Clobo and Lola....this month will be our month :) I'm gonna stay positive since I'm finally on a regular 28 day cycle and I finally had + opk's, so maybe I needed a extra month to get my body going :) Good luck ladies!!
 
Congrats megan!! there is hope for us all. FX for a sticky one for you xxx

Thanks guys. Just feeling down, I know there is still time but I just dont feel lucky enough to fall pg on first cycle!! Need to stay positive....

Heres to next month you guys..its my birthday next month and I cant think of a better present than a BFP! xxx
 
Another thing Lolageorgia was I felt SO SO down for the 3 days after the BFN and I cried and cried for those 3 days lol then I got the BFP and was in shock and kind of still am. Dont get discouraged until AF shows. I know it's really hard :hugs:
 
My next appointment is on our 11yr Anniversary, I'm hoping for a great present too :) Good luck hun, and Happy Early Birthday :)
 
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