
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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I just started taking Metformin and Birth Control pills for PCOS. From what the Doctors say, I am supposed to feel better. I was so excited. Its been a week since I started taking these things and I feel terrible. I am more tired now then I have ever been before, I freak out like in rage attacks and my back is killing me. I cant even walk. Please tell me that things will get better. Or is this what these medications do. I think I may want to ingore my PCOS and refuse to treat it. Quality of life is better than Quantity in my opinion. Can someone let me know if there are little tricks to try in order to avoid these side effects or Tell me that it will get better and when. Thank you
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