
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...

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MY GYNO WANTS ME TO GET DIABETIC TESTING DONE THIS WEEK.. SINCE I HAVE PCOS AND HAVE HAD TWO MISCRRIAGES HE WANTS DIABETES TESTING DONE.. DOES ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT PCOS AND DIABETES RELATED TO EACHOTHER?

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Hi I think they said type 2 diabetes's it causes heart disease also. This disease really sucks.

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There is definitely a connection between PCOS and Insulin Resistance and between Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes. So, yes. There is a connection between PCOS and Type 2 Diabetes. A LOT of women with PCOS also have Type 2 Diabetes. And as wannabeybey said... also heart disease! Joy! *rolls eyes* lol

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there are a lot of conditions that are associated with PCOS, alot due to the excess weight, especially round the middle ( you know, THAT one!) This also increases the risk of diabtetes, heart disease and strokes. I think they key thing with PCOS is to try and look at it as a life chagning diagnosis. I was advised recently to look on it as if I am pre diabetic too, as PCOS makes you insulin resistancy. This means NO sugar, no white foods ie white bread, white pasta etc. Eat plenty of whole grains and pulses and veggies too. If you want something sweet, eat some berries. Its a lot of work to change, and im not always successful but I really am trying to not become diabetic , or to go onto medication. Let us know how you get on xx

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Unfortunately, PCOS and disbetes are related. Good thing you are getting tested. I have PCOS and follow a diabetic diet although I do not have full blown type 2 diabetes...yet. (my sugar levesl are borderline) Chances are, later in life we will develop type 2 diabetes, and you are at greater risk if it runs in your family. Pay attention to anything that does not seem normal with your body. Excess thirst, frequent urination, etc. Walking regularly (a few times a week) and following a diabetic diet (I went to a nutritionist) should help your PCOS symptoms and hopefully hold off you developing type 2 diabetes until much later in life. Good luck at the dr.Keep us posted.
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