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...
Does anyone here suffer from HS (Hidradentis Suppurativa) as well? I posted this in the HS Community.
" I have HS too, mostly in the groin area and buttocks. It is nothing compared to what I've read about some cases. The cysts are painful when walking...depending on their location. I wore my Spanx the other day to keep the friction down.
I actually read on somewhere on www.pcosupport.org that PCOS and HS are somehow connected...for women of course. For PCOS it is a hormone imbalance - overweight, insulin resistance, etc. For men if still could be a hormonal inbalance. Two of my ex-BF's had a mild case as well. Normallly in the groin area where friction occurs. Somehow this is connected. It takes a doctor that is familiar with both to connect the dots. I'll see my Endo doctor again soon. Will make sure to ask about the connection. Until, I'm going to drop some weight in hopes that it helps with my PCOS and HS.
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Also found this on a PCOS site:
Hair and Skin Problems
The skin manifestations associated with PCOS are possibly more common than either menstrual cycle irregularity, or obesity. Disorders of the skin in PCOS patients are related to an increase in level of male hormones (hyperandrogenism). This may be due to an absolute increase in androgen level, or an alteration in ratio of hormone levels. A third possibility is an exaggerated response of the skin to relative normal androgen levels. The end result of all three of these possibilities is the same and includes: acne, seborrhea, balding, hidradenitis suppurtiva (inflammation of the specialized sweat glands in the arm pit and groin), acanthosis nigricans (see below) and hirsutism.
" I have HS too, mostly in the groin area and buttocks. It is nothing compared to what I've read about some cases. The cysts are painful when walking...depending on their location. I wore my Spanx the other day to keep the friction down.
I actually read on somewhere on www.pcosupport.org that PCOS and HS are somehow connected...for women of course. For PCOS it is a hormone imbalance - overweight, insulin resistance, etc. For men if still could be a hormonal inbalance. Two of my ex-BF's had a mild case as well. Normallly in the groin area where friction occurs. Somehow this is connected. It takes a doctor that is familiar with both to connect the dots. I'll see my Endo doctor again soon. Will make sure to ask about the connection. Until, I'm going to drop some weight in hopes that it helps with my PCOS and HS.
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Also found this on a PCOS site:
Hair and Skin Problems
The skin manifestations associated with PCOS are possibly more common than either menstrual cycle irregularity, or obesity. Disorders of the skin in PCOS patients are related to an increase in level of male hormones (hyperandrogenism). This may be due to an absolute increase in androgen level, or an alteration in ratio of hormone levels. A third possibility is an exaggerated response of the skin to relative normal androgen levels. The end result of all three of these possibilities is the same and includes: acne, seborrhea, balding, hidradenitis suppurtiva (inflammation of the specialized sweat glands in the arm pit and groin), acanthosis nigricans (see below) and hirsutism.
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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??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I have had the skin diseas since I had symptoms of PCOS. I just asked my doctor if they were related and she said sometimes yes. Most likely it is from being overweight. However the hormones can affect it too but they can't connect it totally. My HS gets so bad I have to have them lanced. What do you have to do? Sorry you are going through this but it does make me feel better that someone out there is the same as me. If you have any more questions ask me :)
I can't remember when I first had the cysts, but I've been "overweight" for the last 12 years. That is when I gained the most weight. Wow! I'm sorry that you are going through this. I've never had mine lanced. They are uncomfortable when I walk but if I cover them with a Band-Aid they're manageable. I put some Proactiv Refining Mask (Sulfur Acne Treatment) on it. It seems to help a bit but probably only because they aren't acute. I have read that the cysts have "tracks" or "tunnels" underneath the skin. This is why they move about or spread. Isn't that sexy!!! :) I'm trying like a mad woman to lose some weight. My issue is the sugar cravings that I get...which spikes the insulin level...which causes you to crave more...which causes your insulin to spike. Just grand! I'm a hot mess! :) I'm just going to blame everything on processed foods! Darned chemicals!