What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS, also known clinically as Stein-Leventhal syndrome), is an endocrine disorder that affects 5-10% of women. It occurs amongst all races and nationali...
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I know that this is incredibly gross, but I just started taking Metformin to work with my PCOS and hopefully get pregnant again. I have had severe diareah since I started the medicine. Has anyone else had this problem? Does it get better? Is this how it will help me lose my weight?
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Yes it is completely normal i get it to just be careful what you eat. Yes he is getting rid of the fat its gotta get out someway lol. I know its gross but its normal! 
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Yes, this is very normal. What kind of dose this they start you with? I only ask this cause they need to start with a lower dose and slowly move you to the higher ones. I had major issues when my one dr started me directly at 1500 mg a day (750 2 x a day). I left this dr and went to an RE (Reproductive Endocrinologist) They started me at 500 mg once a day and 2 weeks later up to 1,000.
Unfortunately for me, just the Metformin did not work. I tried to rounds of IUI, one with clomid and one with injections, still no luck. I am in the middle of IVF now and my blood pregnancy test is Wednesday. If you have any questions, feel free to ask her or add me as a friend and send a private message.
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hey! although disgusting, it is totally normal. Like the reply above states...hopefully your doctor started you on a lower dosage and then moved you up. I have been taking Metformin for about two years now. I take 2000mg/day (1000 twice a day). I was slowly moved up to this dosage and it seems to be working. I cycle much more normally and in combination with exercise and watching what I eat I have lost about 50 pounds since I started taking it. When I am not trying to loose weight the Metformin hugely helps maintain my weight. It's a great medicine and I hope it will work wonders for you. Oh, and btw, I hardly ever get diarrhea now! so stick with it!!
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He started me at 500mg twice a day. I have been feeling better today. I tried to watch the fat content on the food that I ate. I am trying to lose the weight I gained with my first pregnancy (that ended in miscarriage) I am 182 and at 5'6" my dr. says I am obease. I think as long as it works, I can take the side effects. Thank you for all of your support!
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i have had all this don't worry i also had headaches, upset stomache, morning sickness but all that get less through time just hang on and drink lots of waters and eat lots of vegetables and fruits it helps good luck and hang on there
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