PCOS Club!

[BabyStep]

Ladies,

I was skimming through some of your posts, and I feel so encouraged with your journey and the BFPs in this group.My periods were irregular and have been diagnosed with PCOS last year. I didn't worry about it then as I wasn't ttc. I have been TTC for 8 months now. This year it is a bit better as I have lost around 10 lbs, but its an uphill battle. No matter how much I try, losing weight has been my enemy. Anyways, I saw a FS today, and she is going to put me on 500 mg of Metformin for first week and ramping upto 2000 mg in 4 weeks. I was just wondering about the dosage and wanted to check if any of you ladies are on 2000 mg? I was thinking I would be on 1000-1500 mg.

I just got a script for 1000 mg. I have done this before and get so sick and dizzy. Not looking forward to starting it. 2000 is the highest dose I think...

Also, do you ladies know if it is suggested to be on Metformin for the first trimester? I am getting mixed opinions. My ob/gyn says we should stop after I get pregnant, whereas the fertility specialist I saw yesterday said that she would like me to continue all through the first trimester (if and when I get pregnant). Was wondering in any of the ladies in this forum has taken it during their first trimester...

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Ladies,

I was skimming through some of your posts, and I feel so encouraged with your journey and the BFPs in this group.My periods were irregular and have been diagnosed with PCOS last year. I didn't worry about it then as I wasn't ttc. I have been TTC for 8 months now. This year it is a bit better as I have lost around 10 lbs, but its an uphill battle. No matter how much I try, losing weight has been my enemy. Anyways, I saw a FS today, and she is going to put me on 500 mg of Metformin for first week and ramping upto 2000 mg in 4 weeks. I was just wondering about the dosage and wanted to check if any of you ladies are on 2000 mg? I was thinking I would be on 1000-1500 mg.

I just got a script for 1000 mg. I have done this before and get so sick and dizzy. Not looking forward to starting it. 2000 is the highest dose I think...

Also, do you ladies know if it is suggested to be on Metformin for the first trimester? I am getting mixed opinions. My ob/gyn says we should stop after I get pregnant, whereas the fertility specialist I saw yesterday said that she would like me to continue all through the first trimester (if and when I get pregnant). Was wondering in any of the ladies in this forum has taken it during their first trimester...

My new RE is recommending I stay on the Met for the entire pregnancy. He says it drastically reduces the chances of GD. I had it with DS.

 

[sianii]

Hi I have been told I have pcos, i lost a baby 7 months ago and havent had a period since nor have I ovulated I am despartate for a baby, iv been to the doctors an all blood tests can back normal!! which was realy frustrating because I have no idea why i am not having a period. Has any one been through the same type of thing and had success or has anyone got any advise for me?? thank you xxx

 

[4magpies]

I've just been told I more than likely have PCOS ontop of only having one damaged tube, just got told to lose more weight, I have already lost 50lbs so I am a bit miffed off really as I havent been offered any other help. Back at the FS in December.

xx

 

[Soili]

Becca, are you ovulating regularly though?

It's an awesome job you've done on weight loss! You must be thrilled about it regardless of how it's affecting your chances of getting pregnant Or not?

 

[4magpies]

The last time I had CD21 bloods I didn't ovulate but it is odd because my cycles are usually quite regular. I have just come to the opinion that my body is broken.

Yeah very happy, want to lose another 22lbs still for myself and hopefully get into a size 12.

I have gone from a size 20 to a 14 in 16 months.

I did fall pregnant in May but it was an ectopic and that is sadly how I lost my tube.

My problem is that I may ovulate irregularly and I only have one tube so everything just takes alot longer obviously as I need the right combo of actually ovulating, it coming from the right side and actually catching it. Night mare.

xxx

 

[Soili]

Have you tried charting or using fertility monitor? It might really help you, if you say your cycles are fairly regular.

There were stories, on this forum too, about women with one tube ovulating from "wrong" side and still getting pregnant (confirmed by u/s, corpus luteum on the side with inactive tube). It would appear that the egg can travel to the other tube on occasion, it's not that big of a trip, just a few cm.

Just one question though, your cycles were not affected by your weight? Haven't changed since you lost weight?

 

[4magpies]

Nope my cycles haven't altered at all with my weight loss. They were regular to start with.

I have a persona monitor but things were getting too stressful then I was told both my tubes were blocked.

We just take the laid back approach these days.

xx

 

[wantanerd]

It is possible! After Two years TTC with PCOS and my fourth round of Femara and the HCG trigger shot, I was informed I was pregnant today by my RE's office!

I didn't think it was my month. I went in for blood work thinking it was a waste of time and then two hours later (normally results take a day) I received the call where the entire nursing staff shouted, "You're Pregnant!"
I can't believe it! I am still in shock and I am hoping this is a sticky bean!
PCOS didn't conquer me!

 

[MommyMel]

Congrats Wantanerd..........

here's to a happy and healthy 9 months !!!!

 

[Kubb]

CONGRATULATIONS Wantanerd!!!!

Really hope this is a sticky bean for you!
xx

 

[ami1985]

well im new to this thread guys so hi xx

 

[courtneyjoy11]

Well I've only been TTC for 2 months, however I'm fairly certain I have PCOS so I expect to be here for the long haul. My gyno has mentioned me having PCOS though not alot of tests have been run. At my heaviest (230 lbs), I had barely any cycles at all, excessive hair growth, acne, and difficulty losing weight. I lost 40 lbs which seemed to have kick started my cycles and since I have been off birth control (may 2011) my cycles have been regular for the first time in yrs. Recently I have put on about 15 lbs which scares me. I am now working hard to lose these 15 lbs along with another 40. To kickstart my progress I have also ordered the PCOS system from Insulite Labs. I have no idea if it will be effective but I am determined to get my health in order. Good luck to all of you!!!!

 

[Clobo]

Hiya

Wantanerd, congratulations that is brilliant news!!

Hi Courtney and Ami, good luck to you both, yes getting your health in order is a big step to battling PCOS, ive not heard of the PCOS System but i hope it works!!!

 

[Mzwlsn]

I'm new to this but I'm 25 married and was diagnosed with PCOS last year after seeing three other GYN. We have been trying to conceive for three years, I'm currently taking metformin, just started the bbt chart and will be visiting the Kirklin Clinic to see if I can get some clomid. Don't really know which direction to go I just want some positive result. Someone please give me some advice????????

 

[ami1985]

metformin starting tmoz for me hopefully after a doccys visit xx

 

[Munnchkin]

I'm new to this thread, and site. But I too have PCOS. I'm about 30 pounds overweight =/ but I usually never miss a cycle! My cycles are between 33 - 50 days long though. PCOS is tough to deal with. It varies between person to person, which makes it even harder to find remedies to lessen the symptoms of it. I'm trying soy isoflavones this cycle from cd 3 - cd7. I'm on cd6 right now, I started out taking 200mg but then I lessened it to 160mg on cd 4 & 5. I plan on upping it to 200mg again. for tonight and tomorrow. I don't know if it's the soy, but I've been extremely extremely tired lately! And my breasts became a little sore and my lower back. I guess it's all these hormonal changes going on. I heard some people say not to take soy if you have PCOS, but I know other PCOS'ers who have used it and got their BFP's! So I think it's worth giving it a shot! And CourtneyJoy, that does sound like PCOS =[ sorry to hear, so glad you lost 40lb's!!! Good luck on your journey to lose more! I also have been trying to lose this extra 30lb's =/ I'm just trying to cut out carbs and unhealthy junk foods. I'll keep you ladies updated on my soy journey! Good luck to everyone!

 

[Munnchkin]

Oh and also, Mzwlsn, how much mg of Met are you taking? I take 2000mg a day. I take it because I am insulin resistant, are you? Also, if you're overweight, losing lb's def helps! Cut out unhealthy carbs (even if you're not overweight). Even exercise helps, even if you're not overweight. I've been trying to walk for at least 45 minutes a day (but God knows I need to regardless lol). I'm curious to see if Clomid works for you. Especially because I'm trying Soy (natures clomid) now. Like I said, PCOS is different in every woman, sometimes Soy and Clomid can work for one woman with PCOS, and then both can not work in a different woman with PCOS. Hoping soy works for me and the clomid works out for you too! Good luck!

 

[Chiles]

Hey ladies!! I also have PCOS, I am currently taking 2000 mg metformin, and provera, plus folic acid, and prenatals. I will be starting Femara when arrives. Has anyone here used it?

 

[wantanerd]

After my 4th month of using Femara, I got my BFP. I liked Femara a lot more thank clomid. Clomid made me crazy. I also took the HCG trigger shot when i was ready to ovulate