I need positive PCOS friends.
SuperMammaLeah
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I have come to discover that when you talk about your PCOS to other people, they tend to judge, and question everything about it, including your doctor's orders. I came to this website for support with weight loss, and my struggles with PCOS. I am looking for friends here that will understand me, and my struggles. That will not judge me for having a bad day due to getting used to metformin, that will not suggest to me that my doctors orders will not work. I need solid support, and understanding and compassion. If you think you are a person that can do that please request me. I will give nothing, but support and understanding in return. Thank you all for taking the time to read this. I am having such a terrible day, and it's only 10am. Damon our crazy hormones.
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Definantly sending friend request. Your make your goals by doing whats right for your body and not what anyone else tells you too. Your doctor has a better outlook so really I'd pay attention to what he/she says only!
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Thank you.
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I have come to discover that when you talk about your PCOS to other people, they tend to judge, and question everything about it, including your doctor's orders. I came to this website for support with weight loss, and my struggles with PCOS. I am looking for friends here that will understand me, and my struggles. That will not judge me for having a bad day due to getting used to metformin, that will not suggest to me that my doctors orders will not work. I need solid support, and understanding and compassion. If you think you are a person that can do that please request me. I will give nothing, but support and understanding in return. Thank you all for taking the time to read this. I am having such a terrible day, and it's only 10am. Damon our crazy hormones.
I suffer with PCOS also. Its a very emotional rollercoaster. I have some symptoms but not all. I have terrible mood swings and since having my daughter in March 2012 I see signs of other symptoms. This is a judge free zone . Due to motherhood and work , I don't sign in as much as I would like to, but that will not keep me from being a friend. I need advice etc too, so we can support each other :-)0 -
I too have PCOS and like prior poster said, it's a very emotional rollercoaster for us PCOS girls. We can support each other if you want. I'll send you a friend request.0
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I have PCOS as well and I'll be sending you a friends request. Anybody feel free to send me one as well just please send a note along with it :-)0
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You came to the right place. I feel a lot better with the support and encouragement from the ladies on this site. Even on the tough days, which we all have, some kind words make all the difference. Plus, we exchange a lot of helpful information. I hope you have a better day :flowerforyou:0
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I came here from another site that wasn't as good of a support community. My in real life friends that don't have any health problems aside from over eating and being lazy don't understand my plight and it's sometimes more frustrating than the PCOS itself
("just eat less" they say... right. because 1300 isn't already kinda low...). I find this community a nice safe zone where i'm not judged. So, welcome
and some doctors are a bit dim with PCOS. I had an argument with one of the pathologists i work with because he was talking about weight loss being 'just math'. Ugh. they're the worst. But a good doctor that's trying to help you is win
Hope you have a better day! Mine started lousy and got a bit better towards the end so far 0 -
Sending a FR. Love positive PCOS friends. 0
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Thank you ladies for being so supportive. You all have made my day much better. It is good to know there are people out there who fully understand what I am going through.0
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Hi new here! I was 200lbs when I found out I had PCOS. I lost weight naturally with a lot of dedication and was able to conceive my first son Isaac. He is now 20 months old and we've been trying to conceive and it just wasn't happening. Given I have let go of the things that got me to the point of conceiving Isaac in the first place. I have let myself go of far too long. I put myself in a back burner, I put my family on a back burner. I have put my foot down and said enough. I did it before and I will do it again. Though this time its very different I have a son who takes up my entire day. I am no longer just responsible for myself I am a full time mother too. I am not going to lie it is quite a bit harder. I too need encouragement and support. I am 182 I was 140 when I got pregnant! I was 165 post partum and I cannot believe I have gained nearly 20lbs from then till now. I nursed him up until two weeks ago. No nursing did nothing for my weight loss as you can see but I dont regret it. He is still very much worth every pound I have gained. What it comes down to is its crunch time. I need to be healthy for me, for my husband and for my son.
When I was down in pounds I was up in health and in control of my body and symptoms. I hate the feeling I have now of no control of myself, my body, my emotions.
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I've had PCOS for most of my life struggling with my weight and most of the other symptoms that go with PCOS . I was told I would never be able to have children but I have proved them wrong and had two lovely girls .Now I am on a mission to lose this weight from PCOS and have babies feel free to add me as a friend just right a note and say your from this group ,I'd love some motivation an support with the next step on my life 0
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Feel free to add me! I was diagnosed with PCOS may 2011....really hit it hard last year and lost 52 lbs in 100 days. Now back at it again! 0
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Hiya! My name is Jennifer, I'm 21, I've had PCOS since I was 15. I will be friends with you! I understand how hard it is to talk to others about it when they don't know about PCOS or what it is. I get alot of questions about my "excess" hair and my "facial" hair. I just tell them I have a medication condition and It's really none of your business (unless they're friends or family, then I go into more detail) Alot of my friends are PCOS Cysters as well, so I do have a couple friends that I can talk to about my issues and such. But my other friends who aren't Cysters, they understand and are supportive and have even found more information for me and have given advice on what they've read. If you want to friend request me, please feel free.
From another Cyster to Another,
God Bless
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Hey guys fellow PCOS sufferer here ADD ME please 0
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Thank you so much for the support, all you ladies have been such an inspiration and helped me stay on track. I almost left MFP, I was starting to give up hope, but here I am still kicking. Thank you so much.
Also I start the 30 day shred tonight, I am very nervous.0 -
While I've probably had PCOS for awhile, I didn't get a definitive diagnosis until earlier this month. Today I saw an excellent endocrinologist. It was really helpful that I brought photocopies of past bloodwork which helped her see some additional trends, including cholesterol levels. There are more tests and doctor appointments coming up, and I'm trying to stay positive, seeing this as creating a game plan for my future health.
The one area that does get me down is the fact that I may end up taking medication, especially after years of getting healthier and only taking vitamins now. I'll know more over the next few weeks.
Recently I bought PCOS for Dummies, which I'm finding very informative and helpful.
Hearing about experiences other people are having with this syndrome helps.
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I too have PCOS, dx back in 2008 while TTC #1. I have always been overweight, but it really got out of control in college, then after my wedding. Last July I realized I was at my highest ever and it was time to make a change. I met with a nutritionist and learned how to read labels. since then, I have lost 34lbs. Nothing huge, but a darn good start! We want to TTC #2 and my RE said to lose 30lbs, here I am 30lbs later and wishing and hoping.
I rarely talk to ppl IRL about PCOS because they don't get it and its frustrating to explain. I would love to be part of the PCOS support community! I will send a friend request and anyone else here please feel free to friend me. All I ask is that you send a short note of where we 'met'.
Keep your head up Cysters!0 -
can I ask how your losing weight with PCOS? I am having a very hard time...0
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can I ask how your losing weight with PCOS? I am having a very hard time...
I cut back on carbs and sugar. Then I got serious about logging my food into MFP. For Christmas I got the Fit Bit, and that tracks my calories burned. I find that seeing what I eat vs what I burned is a HUGE help!0 -
Almost 30 here from paleo0
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Feel free to add me! I was diagnosed 10 years ago and it has been a constant struggle. I've got a long journey ahead and I'd love the support and to provide support as much as possible!
I second the commenters mentioning cutting carbs. My nutritionist recommended under 150 a day and around 50 a meal and it really does make a difference for me. That said, though our struggles are the same, what works is going to be different for each of us.0 -
Feel free to add me as well! I was diagnosed with PCOS at 15 when my periods stopped and have been pretty much a storybook case with EVERY symptom associated! Developed REALLY early (I wore a B cup in the 4th grade but wasn't overweight and had full blown acne and started period in 5th grade) By middle school I had SEVERE acne and began get dark skin patches on the back of my neck, between boobs, and on insides of arms at the bend. Always had excessive hair. Have battled depression starting at around 14 (when my other symptoms started as well). My periods stopped at 15 (By this time I was wearing a DDD) so I was put on birth control after diagnosis and proceeded to gain nearly 150 pounds in the following 6 years. Attempted to have a baby at 21 and miscarried at 4 months.
Unfortunately there are A LOT of doctors that are very uneducated in PCOS and just think we're just fat *kitten* that need to control ourselves. We all struggle A LOT with PCOS and it can be very frustrating because many people don't understand our struggle. That being said, I think its very important for myself to make sure I'm not using it as an excuse. Don't ever let you tell yourself you can't do something because of a medical condition It may be A LOT more difficult, but you CAN beat it!! It just takes time and patience.
I personally have refused to take medication prescribed to me (Metformin) because I know I can fix this on my own. I have faith in my body to do what its supposed to do if I treat it right, so thats what I plan on doing. Be kind and understanding to your body and your mind. If you fall down, don't blame PCOS. Just get back up! Eventually your body will catch on. It will begin to understand that you're treating it with kindness and will return the favor.
At 50 pounds lost my periods came back (without birth control) and have been clock work for the first time in 10 years.
Don't let yourself be defeated. We are WOMEN and we are STRONG! :drinker:0 -
Add me too please! I was diagnosed at 19 and apart from a brief time on Metformin around then I've been un-medicated. My periods came back when I lost 50lbs and although I've gained about 28lbs back my cycle has thankfully stayed regular. I have excessive facial hair (a beard and moustache most guys would envy!), hair loss on my head, skin tags, the dark skin patches on my neck/thighs/armpits/between my boobs. and the vast majority of my weight in a huge belly.
I move around a lot and was lucky at one time to have a doctor who was really 'in' to PCOS. Sadly my current doctor is less helpful but my old doctor did turn me onto the insulin resistance diet which has worked well for me.0 -
Feel free to add me. I love having PCOS friends who understand.0
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Feel free to add me.,....... think i have pretty much all the PCOS symptoms.
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I am on day 50 of eating healthy, and I have only lost 13 pounds, and that was around when I first started. Why is it so difficult for us to lose weight with PCOS?0
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Hi newbie here! I was recently diagnosed with PCOS after a miscarriage. Just started on Metformin and am in the process of cutting out refined sugars/carbs. It's hard work but I think having positive support from people that understand what you're going through helps (hence why I joined this group). Feel free to add me!0
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Hi to all!
Newbie here as well. I was diagnosed with PCOS and Hypothyroidism when I was 16 but, regrettably, disregarded any medication plan that I thought would interfere with my college experience. Ignoring PCOS just caused the weight to keep creeping on, and I've finally matured enough to take control of my health. I am on Levothyroxine and Metformin along with my BCP. 4th day on Met...and each day is a little better. I am not looking to conceive anytime soon, just looking to lose weight. I have been eating low carb (50-100g/day) since December and have lost roughly 20 pounds. I have a long way to go-looking to lose an additional 80-100 lbs I am exploring the whole paleo diet option right now...trying to figure out how I would give up cheese and eggs! I do not have a specific goal weight in mind, but I think I'd be happiest around 170. I am 5'9.5 and am roughly 260. Just wanted to say hi and good luck to everyone else on their journey! Feel free to add me!
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I have been on my healthy eating kick now for 55 days, and have noticed no change in my weight other then the 13lbs I dropped when I first started. Are there any PCOS books that any of you suggest I read? I am trying very hard to stay positive and motivated. I go to see my Doctor on the 18th for a check up and an ultra sound to see if there is any change with the cysts on my ovaries. I am hoping that perhaps she can assist me a little more or point me in a direction of some one who knows how to handle PCOS and weight loss.0
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Hi - i have had many female type problems over the years but never rec'd a diagnosis of PCOS until after my 1st son was born. i would NEVER claim to be an expert at all - but i will say that my primary Dr. prescribed Fastin to help start me off on my weight loss journey. That was a big help to start off but it wasn't something i wanted to take long term so i never took it every day as prescribed. i agree with the previous poster that said it doesn't mean we can't do stuff - but it might be a bit harder :-)
Please feel free to add me as a friend & i'll do my best to support you.0
