Do I have PCOS?
day17
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I know no one can diagnose me but do these sound like I may have PCOS?? Ever since I had my baby 8 months ago, I got one period with spotting for a few days after then nothing. I haven't had a period for two months now. I do have an IUD but it's hormone free so that shouldn't affect my period.
My doctor checked my thyroid, it was normal but my insulin levels were a little high. My blood pressure is sometimes high as well. A have very low vitamin D levels(14, normal starts at 50). I don't have problems with fertility but I do have problems losing weight. I'm 250 pounds at 5'9" and the only way I can lose weight is by taking phentermine and eating less than 1000 calories a day. No problem with acne or excessive hair. Only problem is the irregular periods and hard time losing weight. As well as the high insulin, blood pressure, and vitamin d. I'm tired a lot of the time too.
My doctor checked my thyroid, it was normal but my insulin levels were a little high. My blood pressure is sometimes high as well. A have very low vitamin D levels(14, normal starts at 50). I don't have problems with fertility but I do have problems losing weight. I'm 250 pounds at 5'9" and the only way I can lose weight is by taking phentermine and eating less than 1000 calories a day. No problem with acne or excessive hair. Only problem is the irregular periods and hard time losing weight. As well as the high insulin, blood pressure, and vitamin d. I'm tired a lot of the time too.
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I mean, that sounds miserable, but you're right, no one can diagnose you from the internet. I'd suggest at least starting on a vitamin d supplement (it did wonders for me) but given your other problems, I wouldn't even do that without talking to your doctor to make sure you're not setting up any weird interactions.3
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MegaMooseEsq wrote: »I mean, that sounds miserable, but you're right, no one can diagnose you from the internet. I'd suggest at least starting on a vitamin d supplement (it did wonders for me) but given your other problems, I wouldn't even do that without talking to your doctor to make sure you're not setting up any weird interactions.
My doctor put me on vitamin d supplements. I'm only 23 btw so all theses health issues are strange for someone my age. I also got my gallbladder removed two years ago...
What did the vitamin d do for you?0 -
Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?0
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They were absolutely normal.Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?
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I assume you're not breastfeeding?1
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They were absolutely normal.Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?
No hirsutism, no acne issues, normal periods (except right after the birth of your child, which is common), seemingly normal fertility.... difficulty losing weight? Hmm, again, as you've said, no one can diagnose you over the internet, but you don't seem to have the hallmark symptoms. Have you spent some time on the PCOS group on here?
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3070-p-c-o-sis0 -
The symptoms of PCOS are non-specific and can vary in variety and intensity, meaning the same symptoms can be caused by anything from stress to fibroids. Insulin resistance and blood pressure are not uncommon at your weight regardless of your PCOS status. The only way to know is to get an official diagnosis. Why don't you put your mind at ease and see a doctor? Wouldn't you rather find out the cause to successfully manage the symptoms?0
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No I'm not.rheddmobile wrote: »I assume you're not breastfeeding?Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
They were absolutely normal.Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?
No hirsutism, no acne issues, normal periods (except right after the birth of your child, which is common), seemingly normal fertility.... difficulty losing weight? Hmm, again, as you've said, no one can diagnose you over the internet, but you don't seem to have the hallmark symptoms. Have you spent some time on the PCOS group on here?
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3070-p-c-o-sis
Why haven't I had a period in 8 months other than once? I'm not breastfeeding.amusedmonkey wrote: »The symptoms of PCOS are non-specific and can vary in variety and intensity, meaning the same symptoms can be caused by anything from stress to fibroids. Insulin resistance and blood pressure are not uncommon at your weight regardless of your PCOS status. The only way to know is to get an official diagnosis. Why don't you put your mind at ease and see a doctor? Wouldn't you rather find out the cause to successfully manage the symptoms?
I did see my doctor on more than one occasion. He doesn't know what's going on other than blaming it on an 3cm ovarian cyst.0 -
No I'm not.rheddmobile wrote: »I assume you're not breastfeeding?Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
They were absolutely normal.Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?
No hirsutism, no acne issues, normal periods (except right after the birth of your child, which is common), seemingly normal fertility.... difficulty losing weight? Hmm, again, as you've said, no one can diagnose you over the internet, but you don't seem to have the hallmark symptoms. Have you spent some time on the PCOS group on here?
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3070-p-c-o-sis
Why haven't I had a period in 8 months other than once? I'm not breastfeeding.amusedmonkey wrote: »The symptoms of PCOS are non-specific and can vary in variety and intensity, meaning the same symptoms can be caused by anything from stress to fibroids. Insulin resistance and blood pressure are not uncommon at your weight regardless of your PCOS status. The only way to know is to get an official diagnosis. Why don't you put your mind at ease and see a doctor? Wouldn't you rather find out the cause to successfully manage the symptoms?
I did see my doctor on more than one occasion. He doesn't know what's going on other than blaming it on an 3cm ovarian cyst.
One cyst can definitely do it - I'm guessing he said keep an eye on it? If you've had an ultrasound and know that you have this one cyst, it's probably not pcos which produces multiple small cysts. Hopefully it will resolve on its own.
Ask about Cushing's - doctors believed I had a large ovarian "cyst" which was actually a benign tumor, which was raising my cortisol levels. This is unlikely but it's something to consider since it does cause weight gain, hyperinsulemia, and high blood pressure.2 -
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No I'm not.rheddmobile wrote: »I assume you're not breastfeeding?Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
They were absolutely normal.Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?
No hirsutism, no acne issues, normal periods (except right after the birth of your child, which is common), seemingly normal fertility.... difficulty losing weight? Hmm, again, as you've said, no one can diagnose you over the internet, but you don't seem to have the hallmark symptoms. Have you spent some time on the PCOS group on here?
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3070-p-c-o-sis
Why haven't I had a period in 8 months other than once? I'm not breastfeeding.amusedmonkey wrote: »The symptoms of PCOS are non-specific and can vary in variety and intensity, meaning the same symptoms can be caused by anything from stress to fibroids. Insulin resistance and blood pressure are not uncommon at your weight regardless of your PCOS status. The only way to know is to get an official diagnosis. Why don't you put your mind at ease and see a doctor? Wouldn't you rather find out the cause to successfully manage the symptoms?
I did see my doctor on more than one occasion. He doesn't know what's going on other than blaming it on an 3cm ovarian cyst.
One cyst can definitely do it - I'm guessing he said keep an eye on it? If you've had an ultrasound and know that you have this one cyst, it's probably not pcos which produces multiple small cysts. Hopefully it will resolve on its own.
Ask about Cushing's - doctors believed I had a large ovarian "cyst" which was actually a benign tumor, which was raising my cortisol levels. This is unlikely but it's something to consider since it does cause weight gain, hyperinsulemia, and high blood pressure.
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MegaMooseEsq wrote: »I mean, that sounds miserable, but you're right, no one can diagnose you from the internet. I'd suggest at least starting on a vitamin d supplement (it did wonders for me) but given your other problems, I wouldn't even do that without talking to your doctor to make sure you're not setting up any weird interactions.
My doctor put me on vitamin d supplements. I'm only 23 btw so all theses health issues are strange for someone my age. I also got my gallbladder removed two years ago...
What did the vitamin d do for you?
The primary effect I've noticed (assuming it's not placebo) is increased energy - I did a two week run of 10k UI a day and noticed a difference within a couple of weeks. I don't recall what my numbers were, but like yours they were well into deficient territory. I'm sorry you're dealing with so much stuff so young - hopefully you'll find your way clear sooner rather than later.1 -
No I'm not.rheddmobile wrote: »I assume you're not breastfeeding?Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
They were absolutely normal.Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Prior to having your pregnancy what were your periods like?
No hirsutism, no acne issues, normal periods (except right after the birth of your child, which is common), seemingly normal fertility.... difficulty losing weight? Hmm, again, as you've said, no one can diagnose you over the internet, but you don't seem to have the hallmark symptoms. Have you spent some time on the PCOS group on here?
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3070-p-c-o-sis
Why haven't I had a period in 8 months other than once? I'm not breastfeeding.amusedmonkey wrote: »The symptoms of PCOS are non-specific and can vary in variety and intensity, meaning the same symptoms can be caused by anything from stress to fibroids. Insulin resistance and blood pressure are not uncommon at your weight regardless of your PCOS status. The only way to know is to get an official diagnosis. Why don't you put your mind at ease and see a doctor? Wouldn't you rather find out the cause to successfully manage the symptoms?
I did see my doctor on more than one occasion. He doesn't know what's going on other than blaming it on an 3cm ovarian cyst.
A cyst can cause period problems. Being obese can also affect your cycle, without necesserily meaning PCOS.
In any case, even if you had PCOS, treatment starts with getting to a healthy BMI.4 -
I did end up going back to the doctor and he did diagnose me with PCOS2
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