Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Support Group
Polycythemia is a condition in which there is a net increase in the total circulating erythrocyte (red blood cell) mass of the body. Primary polycythemia occurs when excess erythrocytes are produced as a result of a proliferative abnormality of the bone marrow. Secondary polycythemia is caused by increases of erythropoietin that result in an increased production of...
I am waiting for the results of my bloodwork but, my Doctor and I already know I have PCOS. My sister has it. I have been going to Doctors for 8 years trying to get one of them to tell me what was going on with me. I started getting sick my last year of college. I stopped getting my period, I gained 40 pounds (I'm 5'3"), I started growing hair on my neck and stomach, I couldn't sleep, and other things... My Doctor told me it was normal that I was just getting to that age. I still don't know what that means.
I went on the pill and things seemed to improve. I still had problems sleeping and the hair...
I went off the pill about a year and a half ago and, my symptoms came back with a vengance. It was like they were making up for last time. I gained 45 pounds, developed insomnia, skin tags, more hair, a heart arthimia, depression, and ovarian cysts.
I have had 2 cysts that ruptured and one that I am hoping to get removed. They found it in August and now it is causing me constant pain and other issues. I'm not scared of the surgery. I am scared of PCOS and what my sister went through. I am scared of never looking the way I am use to looking and I am scared that I won't be able to have kids. And, I am angry that it took me 8 years to find one Doctor that would test me. I went to a 12 or so Doctors and none of them took me serioulsy....
I went on the pill and things seemed to improve. I still had problems sleeping and the hair...
I went off the pill about a year and a half ago and, my symptoms came back with a vengance. It was like they were making up for last time. I gained 45 pounds, developed insomnia, skin tags, more hair, a heart arthimia, depression, and ovarian cysts.
I have had 2 cysts that ruptured and one that I am hoping to get removed. They found it in August and now it is causing me constant pain and other issues. I'm not scared of the surgery. I am scared of PCOS and what my sister went through. I am scared of never looking the way I am use to looking and I am scared that I won't be able to have kids. And, I am angry that it took me 8 years to find one Doctor that would test me. I went to a 12 or so Doctors and none of them took me serioulsy....
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I have had Ttp twice this year I'm 48 my doc said the next time Ttp happens they will take my immune system. Has anyone had this done? Does it work ? What other problems do u get?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
I went through the same thing where the doctors would not take me seriously and thought I was just paranoid. Unfortuntly, not many doctors know about this (there is another thread that was started with a petition- sign in to raise awareness!!).
Sweetie, we're all going through pretty much the same exact symptoms, so we're all here for you. Now that you have been diagnosed by a doctor who obviously knows PCOS, you can work together to help yourself get through it. There are many different treatment options that you can try. What has the doctor suggested?
I feel like I am reading my own words. Our stories are very similar. I knew that I had something and no one would take the time to help. I was diagnosed about a year ago and was prescribed Metformin, which has helped A LOT! I still have symptoms (hair, skin tags, etc.) but my mental health has really improved. I have lost about 15 pounds, of the 35 that I had gained. I feel like a woman again, no longer like the blob of messed up hormones that I once was.
I think the most important thing that is helping me get through this is a positive attitude. I know that I will overcome the symptoms. One day, hopefully soon, I WILL get pregnant and have a "normal" life. Keep your head up! You can achieve anything you put your mind to. You will overcome this challenge!
I feel like I am reading my own words. Our stories are very similar. I knew that I had something and no one would take the time to help. I was diagnosed about a year ago and was prescribed Metformin, which has helped A LOT! I still have symptoms (hair, skin tags, etc.) but my mental health has really improved. I have lost about 15 pounds, of the 35 that I had gained. I feel like a woman again, no longer like the blob of messed up hormones that I once was.
I think the most important thing that is helping me get through this is a positive attitude. I know that I will overcome the symptoms. One day, hopefully soon, I WILL get pregnant and have a "normal" life. Keep your head up! You can achieve anything you put your mind to. You will overcome this challenge!
I feel like I am reading my own words. Our stories are very similar. I knew that I had something and no one would take the time to help. I was diagnosed about a year ago and was prescribed Metformin, which has helped A LOT! I still have symptoms (hair, skin tags, etc.) but my mental health has really improved. I have lost about 15 pounds, of the 35 that I had gained. I feel like a woman again, no longer like the blob of messed up hormones that I once was.
I think the most important thing that is helping me get through this is a positive attitude. I know that I will overcome the symptoms. One day, hopefully soon, I WILL get pregnant and have a "normal" life. Keep your head up! You can achieve anything you put your mind to. You will overcome this challenge!