Brand Spankin' New (PCOS/Insulin Resistant)

startingover76

Hi Everyone,

Today is my first day on the forum. I just finished creating my profile!

I've always struggled with my weight - I worked very hard to lose 40 lbs. and gained most of it back in just over a year, so that's what I'm dealing with now.

My doctor has diagnosed me with insulin resistance and PCOS. I've been on Metformin (500 mg) for the past three months. Thankfully, my weight has stabilized since starting Met.

After visiting my doctor this morning, she is starting me with 1000 mg of Met for the next seven days, then increase to 1500 mg starting next week.

Long story short, I would love to connect with people who have been diagnosed with insulin resistance and PCOS.

I don't have kids (yet) and am currently *not* ttc; however, that will be in my plans in the next couple of years.

Please friend me! Looking forward to connecting!

i_meanitthistime

Hi, I have pcos too and we are ttc at the moment. How old r u? Whe r u from x

startingover76

Hi, I'll be 37 in a few weeks. We are in Texas (Dallas area).

kjmiller_15

i havent been diagnosed. But my doctor did say something about insulin resistance, but nothing more.

startingover76

My official diagnosis was just confirmed. I had to bring up the issue of PCOS to my doctor. My main concern was uncontrollable weight gain. It didn't matter what I put it in my mouth, so I was getting really upset.

My doctor did bloodwork on thyroid, insulin levels, and blood sugar. The only thing out of range was my insulin which was a 33 (normal range is 4-13). She immediately placed on the Metformin ER (500 mg). It's been a three month process.

Next step was to visit with my ob/gyn who gave me the official diagnosis for PCOS. I went back to my family doctor today and she increased the Met (as explained in my original post). It's definitely worth checking because it's apparently a precursor for diabetes.

According to my ob/gyn, one doesn't have to have cysts on the ovaries to have a PCOS diagnosis. I only have one simple cyst on one of my ovaries, but a few of the other major symptoms.

NumbrsNerd

I am newly diagnosed with PCOS. I am not insulin resistant, but I have been eating a low GI diet for a long time (hypoglycemic diagnosis several years ago), and I've gotten pretty good at managing my blood sugar/insulin response, so all of my levels have been stable for a long time. We're not TTC either right now.

You can add me if you want....

BalmyD

Hi!

I'll send a friend request. I have been diagnosed with PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and Hypothyroid. I am 38 and TTC at this time and I'm on 2000mg Met per day. Seems we have a lot in common.

Amy

georgiamaybarnard

Hi guys!

I'm 20 and was diagnosed with PCOS and Insulin Resistance last month.
I've struggled with my weight ever since puberty and just like you, only had to look at food to see it on the scales.
I've managed to lose 23lbs since Christmas, but it's been a struggle as to actually lose any weight at all, I've been eating probably a lot less than I should and have been exercising like crazy!
A lot of people (including my Mum) were concerned with the amount I was eating and exercising and didn't understand that those were the extreme measures I needed to take in order to lose weight.
In a way, being diagnosed with PCOS (as horrible as it is) and Insulin Resistance was a slight relief, as not only did I now understand my own body, but I was also able to justify myself to my Mum and my friends.
I'm now taking 2000mg of Metformin and am hoping to see my weight stabilise and be able to eat more without putting on the pounds!
Was anybody else told to really minimise the amount of carbs and sugars they eat?
I was, however I'm really struggling with knowing what to cook for myself - turns out there are carbs EVERYWHERE!

Georgia.

brit__2006

Hello all, I have been diagnosed with PCOS as well. (11 years now) Tried to conceive a few years ago without any luck, so now just working on myself. Have not been diagnosed with insulin resistance even though they suspect it with most cases. I however check my blood sugar often and haven't had a problem with it. I've found I do well on low carb diets, and the high protein keeps me fuller longer. It has also helped me lose inches and put on muscle. I was on all that metformin, spironolactin, clomid, and medroxy something for 3-4 years and all it did was help stabilize my weight. Now all I am on is depo and even though the weight loss has slowed in the past few months. I'm only 15 lbs away from my goal weight. Finally... I'm proof it can be done living with PCOS. I don't have all the answers but would love to have friends with the same issue, and to help support and motivate any way possible.

25 years old from Texas
5'7
SW:298
CW:188
GW: 173 (for now atleast, I have a lot of muscle.)

I have before and nows (since I'm not to my after yet) on my profile if you'd like to take a look.

Laurz_212

Hi

I have pcos and insulin resistance, was diagnosed when 18.

It took 5 years to conceive our little boy and one round of clomid, but you will get there when the time is right for you.

I really struggle with my weight and would like to get it down and try for our second child naturally.

Laura
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sherrebia

Hi Iam sad I have PCOS, Insulin resistant , and on 500mg of Met ....to the point it's not working ....I have not lost any weight and Iam now bigger then when I started taking the Met , I was taking it for 6m before I stopped taking it because it was making my hair thin ...now Iam taking nothing ...I have tried almost everything from (water pills,vitamins , diet, and personal trainer ) ...nothing has worked for me ...and I don't want type 2 ...,,any one have anything that my help ? Please and thank you


Iam 5.7 , starting weight 241 on 500Met /now my weight is at 254...:( and it seems I just gain overnight ...

kazsjourney

I have PCOS and have lost nearly 180 pounds...feel free to add me

penelope76

Hi Everyone,

Today is my first day on the forum. I just finished creating my profile!

I've always struggled with my weight - I worked very hard to lose 40 lbs. and gained most of it back in just over a year, so that's what I'm dealing with now.

My doctor has diagnosed me with insulin resistance and PCOS. I've been on Metformin (500 mg) for the past three months. Thankfully, my weight has stabilized since starting Met.

After visiting my doctor this morning, she is starting me with 1000 mg of Met for the next seven days, then increase to 1500 mg starting next week.

Long story short, I would love to connect with people who have been diagnosed with insulin resistance and PCOS.

I don't have kids (yet) and am currently *not* ttc; however, that will be in my plans in the next couple of years.

Please friend me! Looking forward to connecting!

Mornin! My name is Penni and im in Fort worth,I also will be 37 in a month I have been dealing with PCOS since around the age of 15......I am insulin resistant,a few weeks ago due to good A1C was taken off my insulin ! YAY! lol! Now I take Metformin and Glyburide. I have no kids either,I wouldnt mind being a mommy but if it doesnt happen im not gonna stop living over it....but there is still hope

skaimee

I have PCOS and insulin resistance, diagnosed almost 10 yrs ago. After failed attempts at Ivf a found a doctor with a holistic approach. Basically watch carbs, take metformin and daily exercise. Had a procedure called ovarian drilling ang got pregnant shortly after. It is difficult to lose weight but not impossible.