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'm 25 years old, and was diagnosed back when I was 22. I've always had irregular periods, but lately they seem to be more irregular than normal. I get my period, and it lasts for about 2 months. Then I won't get it for another 2 months, and then when it comes it lasts for 2 months. TWO months of bleeding.
I talked to my doctor about it, and her suggestion is always BC. But, I can't get myself to start taking BC. I'm too scared of the side effects.
Does anyone have any tips that can help me? More exercise? A certain type of diet? Supplements?
I’ve been in your situation before, and it is quite stressful thinking about the next step after PCOS, but what has helped me is natural therapies.
Strong medications have never been my favorite because they always seem to have some sort of side effect or the other.
So I sought some alternative remedies, ending up settling for traditional Chinese medicine. I went to my local acupuncturist and was able to control my PCOS symptoms so much better. I would highly recommend it but everyone has a different experience. Still, if you feel that you need some more information, I came across this article while researching.
https://www.ginsen-london.com/blog/natural-remedies-for-pcos/