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SuperMammaLeah
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Hello everyone, my name is Leah and I am 29 years old, I will be 30 in about a week or so. I just visited a Dr on Friday because I have had enough.
I have been dealing with unexplained weight gain, periods that either show up early or don't show up at all, to breaking out in acne to unexplained hair growth.
I used to get cysts on my ovaries when I was younger but birth control had helped me with that. The Dr just put me on a pill that she claims will make me get my period then she wants me to start birth control.
Today I am waiting for blood test results because she is checking me for raised testoerone levels and diabteus and issues with my Thyroid.
She said she may possibly put me on a low dose of Metformin depending on the test results. I suppose I just would like to know what to expect.
Can people with P.C.O.S. really lose weight and what are my options? I guess I need advice. Any support will help. Thank you all.
I have been dealing with unexplained weight gain, periods that either show up early or don't show up at all, to breaking out in acne to unexplained hair growth.
I used to get cysts on my ovaries when I was younger but birth control had helped me with that. The Dr just put me on a pill that she claims will make me get my period then she wants me to start birth control.
Today I am waiting for blood test results because she is checking me for raised testoerone levels and diabteus and issues with my Thyroid.
She said she may possibly put me on a low dose of Metformin depending on the test results. I suppose I just would like to know what to expect.
Can people with P.C.O.S. really lose weight and what are my options? I guess I need advice. Any support will help. Thank you all.
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Hi Leah- and happy early birthday!!
People with PCOS can definitely lose weight- I think we just have to work a little (okay- a lot most of the time to me!) harder at it. I find that keeping a consistent exercise schedule and watching both sugar and carbs helps a lot.
If you peruse the boards under this group I'm certain you'll find a lot of examples of people with PCOS who have lost 50 if not 100 lbs or so.0 -
Thank you for the response, I am tired of nothing working. I am hoping by being part of this group combined with the right motivation and guidance I can make it happen.0
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Getting the diagnosis can be a huge relief, once you know what you should be doing, it all makes sense from there. Best of luck, and we're all here for you when ya need the support.0
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Yes people with PCOS can lose weight. It is much harder. I have been doing the South Beach Diet along with going to the gym 3 times a week for a year and have lost 58 pounds so far. It can happen.0
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I have severe PCOS and endometriosis (I've had several surgeries and one ovary removed) and yes, losing weight is entirely possible! I've lost over 40 pounds since May. I haven't been following a special diet, just eating in moderation and working out at least an hour a day five days or more a week. I've been on metformin for a long time, it's definitely regulated my blood sugar, but I can't attribute any weight loss to it- it likely just helps to level the playing field. It's hard, but I think losing weight for everyone is hard regardless of health issues. Having a health related reason to get in shape just gives me more motivation, so I think it's actually been easier for me than for people who are just doing it to look good.0
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Thank you all for responding to this, it is really helping me to be positive and not beat myself up about this.0
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