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Weight/BMI limit for Clomid?
Hey everyone! I did some research when I last went to see my OB/GYN and I was totally expecting her to put me on Clomid in order to TTC. I was told to lose 65 pounds. I've thinking that my doctor was trying to be kind and gave me a more attainable number. I did the calculation and 185 would still put me in the "obese"…
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New to group but not to PCOS (also anyone have RA?)
Hello! My name is Erin and I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 16 years old. I lost over 100lbs without the help of metformin and it was just diet and exercise. Then when I turned 21 my body decided to turn against me. I got the lap-band which has been helpful, but I can eat some most of the carbs. I was also diagnosed…
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Metformin side effects
I have taken Metformin off and on since I was diagnosed with PCOS . It makes me sick. My stomach hurts and I have diarrhea and even vomiting at times. I know I need to take this medication for my PCOS and the Dr says it is a common side effect. Does anyone else have this problem and if so have you found anything that…
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Just started treament for PCOS
Hi everyone, I'm Heather and I'm 24 years old. I have known about my PCOS condition for several years now but am just now deciding to take charge of my medical health. I just recently met with an endocrinologist this week, and was prescribed Glumetza. Has anyone ever tried Glumetza extended release? It is 500 mg, suppose…
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New to the group :)
Hi everyone!! My name is Alexis and I'm 25 yrs old. I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2009 after my period disappeared for 5 months , I gained 20 lbs and had 5 negative pregnancy tests. The 20 lbs I gained 4 yrs ago have been lost and gained back numerous times. I don't know if I'm insulin resistant or not because I've never…
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Stomach bloat? Help!
I seem to be losing inches everywhere but my abdomen. :-( I'm working very hard! Any tips or suggestions? I'm not insulin resistant to my knowledge. I've had one miracle child seems like I have that mom pooch that just won't go away. I'm very self concious about it.
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PCOS, emotions and stress
My daughter (20) was recently diagnosed with PCOS. she's on initial hormone therapy (which I don't understand too well) for this. my wife and I have noticed some emotional swings. any insights on PCOS and emotions and stress or books we might read to educate on this. we have a few books but they seem to be on PCOS and diet…
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New & Question
Hi guys! I just joined MPF yesterday and I was happy to find some PCOS groups! I am a 31yo female, 5'5" and weight 307 lbs. :( Hubby and I have been TTC for about 5 years or so now, with no luck. I was just diagnosed a year ago with PCOS. Hoping to lose at least 100 lbs. My question is: Most PCOS resources state that women…
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New :)
My name is Jo - I am a type 1 diabetic with a lot of the PCOS symptoms including insulin resistance, I would love to chat to you all about strategies and tips. Am visually impaired but exercise 3-4 times a week where possible. xx
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? about calories
Why does MFP add calories to your total calorie intake goal for exercise? Wouldn't you want to still aim for the same goal and then lose more weight? What am I missing here?
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Just Starting of MFP
Hi all, I am just getting started on MFP. I joined a long time ago, but this time I am determined to stick with it. I have PCOS and was not diagnosed with it until age 32, although all the symptoms have been there since I was a teenager. I am now 36 and was starting to have regular periods this past year. Ok, well, regular…
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Who will diagnose PCOS?
Hey all! I am fairly certain that I have PCOS since I have most of the symptoms (hair in places it shouldn't be, trouble losing weight, irregular cycles, etc...). I am just wondering who I need to see to CONFIRM my suspicions. Should I go to my primary care physician? Endo? Gyno? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!…
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What is meant by low carb for pcos?
I am wondering what my aim for carbs should be while on a low carb diet. My PCOS is so bad right now, but I started working out and eating healthy today. I thought I was doing well, but I am having the hardest time eating enough calories. I am breast feeding, so it says I need 500 more, and I don't think I could even reach…
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Exercise
Hello ladies. I was diagnosed with PCOS 12 years ago and have been battling my weight and all the other glorious side effects since then. At one point I was over 300 pounds and didn't feel like I was eating nearly enough to be there. That's PCOS for you. Recently, I got a second job as a waitress. 3-4 nights a week I'm go…
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Metformin - Tiredness
Hi all, I have been put on Metformin 500mg once a day though I go up to two a day from today. I have found since I started taking them that I seem to be completely out of energy. I just feel exhausted all the time. Has anyone else suffered with this and is it something that is likely to go away once my body is used to it?…
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I have what?
My doctor told me I likely have PCOS. He seems very focused on the fertility piece (which makes sense considering he is a fertility specialist); however, I am left wondering if this is why I have struggled to keep my weight down most of my life? And the acne...yuck! The symptoms all fit. The recommendation is to go back to…
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metformin - loss of appetite
Hello, I've been on Metformin for 4 mos now, worked up slowly to 3 pills a day. I have no appetite anymore. even if im hungry, i just don't feel like eating. i've lost 15lbs which is great, and i guess its good not to crave stuff anymore . really i should celebrate this as a blessing. i'm just worried how this will…
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PCOS and gluten free?
I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and I have gone gluten free, eliminated sugars, and started drinking almond milk instead of cow's milk. I read that this is a good diet for PCOS as a lot of women with PCOS have a gluten intolerance. I have already lost 6lbs in less than 2 weeks by eating like this and by exercising. Has…
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Cysts
Has anyone ever experienced sever lower back and side pain? Nauseaus and in pain.
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Diet and PCOS?
Hey Everyone! I'm looking for information on a good diet plan. Should I follow a low carb, diabetis, no carb type of plan? Any suggestions would be great!! Thanks!
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Advice on going to hairdresser, hairloss ladies
Hello everyone, So I'm 25 and have been suffering with the dreaded thinning of hair symptom for about a year and a half now, the shedding has slowed down because I'm trying hard to get my hormones in control with exercise and all the rest. For the last six months I've been cutting my own hair, keeping the short layers and…
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Slow Release Metformin and Stomach Problems
I started normal Metformin which messed up my stomach so the doc out me on SR Metformin telling me to take 500mg per day for a month then up to 1000mg .. I did my first 4 weeks and was absolutely fine, I have just upped the dosage and I am feeling very nauseated & having really bad diahorrea .. do I persevere with it??…
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Skin Conditions with PCOS
For 2 years, on and off, I have had a dark, reddish, soft rash on my neck. Occasionally when it gets bad, I also get it near my armpit. I have heard this can be related to insulin. Have any of you had this come up? Other than the fact that it can itch, what makes this worse is that I constantly look like I have a hickey on…
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Not Trying to Conceive, Just Trying to Manage
Hi all! I'm just wondering if there are others in the group that aren't trying to conceive but continue to battle against PCOS symptoms purely to obtain/maintain good health. I don't have the desire to have kids at this point but I'm still pre-occupied with trying to get my body to function halfway normally. I'd love to…
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Interesting article regarding PCOS Eating Habits
http://english.tau.ac.il/news/meal_timing_improve_fertility I thought I would share this interesting article my RE brought to my attention earlier this week.
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NEED INFORMATION ON METFORMIN!!!!! HELP!!!!
I have a question, I was wondering if any women with PCOS out there have lost weight, changed their diet, and managed to concieve without using metformin?? I really would like to go the natural route if I can but I know that miscarriage from what I have read can be reduced in you are on metformin when you get pregnant. Any…
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Effective hair removal on a budget
Hi folks, New to MFP but I'm glad I found the groups that I did. Been wondering lately.....are there any hair removal products out there right now that work on people with PCOS? I've tried nearly everything that the grocery store has to offer and my mustache just laughs at them. What else can I try that's not terribly…
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Newbie to Group and PCOS
I am new to the group and new to PCOS. I was just recently (last week) diagnosed with PCOS and it would just be nice to learn more about it and how to manage and treat it from people who manage and deal with this day to day. It is scary just because I don't know much about it and someday I do hope to have children of my…
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Insulin Resistance and having trouble losing weight
I was diagnosed with Insulin Resistance in between my 2nd and third child. I had the weight gain, abnormal periods, hunger, and not being able to lose weight. When I got pregnant with my third I was at my heaviest and after having her almost 7 months ago have only been able to drop a little bit of weight. I don't want to…
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weight loss surgery and PCOS
Hey, I am new to the group and recently had weight loss surgery to help with my PCOS symptoms. I was diagnosed at 15 with PCOS and the symptoms got increasingly worse over the years (surprise surprise) 3 months ago I had Gastric Sleeve to reduce the symptoms (weight gain, body hair growth, hair loss, skin discoloration and…
