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Metaformin
Hi there. I am 24 years old and have been dealing with PCOS since I was a sophmore in high school. I am now trying to start a family with my husband and we are currently seeing a specialist because nothing is seeming to work. I have always tried dieting but it seems like when I am trying to control my eating that is when…
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EXTREMELY hormonal!
I have been on this period for about 7 weeks now, and it shows no sign of slowing down. Last was before Halloween, so I guess there's a lot. Mine are usually 6-8 weeks long, so this is nothing to see a doctor about. How do you deal with the hormones? Today, all I want to do is cry into a bucket of ice cream, eat a box of…
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PCOS and Vegan, Rebelling Against BC, Trying to Find My Way
Hi Ladies-- I love reading the posts in this group! I know that many here advocate a low-carb diet, which in some ways is the antithesis of a vegan food plan (I am vegan for 2 or 3 years now)...so I am wondering if there are any vegan ladies here also recovering from PCOS? No one ever told me I was PCOS...went on BC at 14…
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Hair Loss...The Effect PCOS Has Had On Me
I wanted to show you ladies how PCOS has effected me in regards to hair loss. I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 15 (just on a decade) and am only now ready to get my weight (and PCOS symptoms) under control. Before the hair loss symptom kicked in my hair was extremely thick to the point that I would have to brush under…
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I'm giving up.....hot chocolate
After joining MFP earlier this month, I set out to lose up to 10 pounds. I have lost 2, and even then it fluctuates. I'm not the best about logging my foods (especially on weekends), but generally eat pretty well and do at least 30 minutes of physical activity a day. I am quite disappointed and concerned that even making…
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some advice please :)
Hi there ladies :) My doctor put me on metformin yesterday. I just picked it up today, so I was wondering who ever takes it...do you take it in the morning or at night and what seems to work better? Also, I hear alot how it can upset your stomach....any advice? Much appreciated :)
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Infertility
Hi everyone, I am new to the group and have been having a really hard time with my PCOS. I was diagnosed in July after years of suffering and infertility and weight gain. I am now undergoing fertility treatments as well as Metformin therapy. Some days are worse than others but the feeling of being "broken" is definitely…
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Cystic Acne
Hey Ladies! Anyone dealing with those painful cystic nodules? Everything I read online says these are often a reflection of wonky hormones, so I'm assuming this is just one more awesome "perk" of the PCOS. I don't get them often, but one cropped up last week, right beside my nose. No amount of makeup will cover it…
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Infertility, weight-loss and HOPE! (My story)
I just posted this on the success stories, but I figured it's probably someone in this group that would appreciate reading it the most, so here it is copied over exactly from what I posted there: While losing weight is no guaranteed solution for everyone, I just want to give hope to someone battling infertility due to…
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ladies I have to tell someone
Hello all ... I have to yell this as softly as I can .... I got a regular mensy. I have not had a regular one in seven years or more... before it would go on for ever I had 3 transfusions because of it ..... and they just didn't know what to do. I started to use maca powder for about a month none stop. I started with 1…
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In a mood...
Okay ya'll so im in a mood today. Yes a bad mood!!!! I've worked my butt off; changed my lifestyle and I feel tons better about myself. I can look at the picture of me at my childs 3rd birthday last year and know that there is at least an 8lb difference and a 20 + inch difference. But why do people want to ask me well…
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Paleo Diet
I really wish I could have found the link I was reading last week on PCOS. I found it very helpful reading about this lady's struggle and triumph concerning PCOS. What worked for her was the Paleo "Diet" and I was wondering if anyone could please share there experiences with this way of eating.
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PCOS and Weightloss
Hi, Feel like im in a rut, just cant seem to lose weight and everytime i step on the scale it is going the opposite way of what i want it to! I have PCOS and am on my first week of Metformin, taking 1x500 in the morning before breakfast, after my first week i start taking 2 a day. I have been doing a lot of reading and see…
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Hello Ladies!
My name is Jess and I'm from Canada. I was diagnosed with PCOS in Nov 2012. And I am also a bride to be. I would like to lose between 100-120lbs before my wedding.....and I've learned with PCOS this can be hard. So I'm hoping to be apart of this group to encourage others and learn some tips n tricks. Thanks
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TOTM: How much does your weight fluctuate?
Hi everyone, I'm sure this seems like a random question to some people, but let me explain. With PCOS I've not had a period for 5 months so the doctor put me back on Birth Control and I'm due to have a 'fake' period in a couple of days. My water weight has increased, so I'm not sure how much attention to pay to the scale…
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What helps with hormonal headaches?
I know a few of my mfp friends have responded to my questions about headaches, but I thought I might open the question up on the forums, so maybe there will be more input and help others as well. I get chronic headaches, and they are obviously hormone-related. They tend to come in waves, and stick around for about a week,…
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just wondering...
I was reading a book today about PCOS and it recommened vitamins to take that would help. Just wondering if anyone takes vitamins, which kind, and if you see a difference? In my book it recommends taking Vitamin D capsules, Cinnamon capsules, and magnesium capsules. Or if you take something else, please let me know and how…
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Experience with provera?
Hey ladies. I started provera yesterday to coax my period into coming. My last few periods (few and far between) have been pretty light. Should I be expecting a deluge? How have your experiences been? I took the first pill in the middle of a full meal and didn't have any trouble with it. I did, however, have tons of really…
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Diet Plans
Hey Everyone :) The other day I stumbled upon Nutrisystem.com and saw that they had a meal plan for "diabetics", I was just wondering if anyone has tried nutrisystem, or know someone who had? Did it work? I'm intrigued because of the diabetic meal plan... Thanks!
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Hiya. (:
Hi. My name is Jennifer, I'm 21 years old. I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2006 at the age of 15. I was also diagnosed with IR but on Dec 26th that switched over to Type-2 Diabetes. I am on the search for some Cysters who are active and trying to lose weight. I am trying to do this on my own without having to have major…
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Pounds per week - 1-1.5 or 2?
Question for my PCOS ladies -- I've been set to lose 1-1.5lbs per week so my daily calorie amount was set to 1400 calories. I've found this doable. I read on a message board that if you've got more than 70 lbs to lose, then you should plan for 2lbs per week as its doable and should be losing at this rate. So I went back to…
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LITTLE UPDATE
I have been on a rollercoaster of a year after having an ectopic last year and fighting with the drs to let my try clomid, kept being told to wait a little longer or that I needed to lose 40lbs. I tried everything but nothing seemed to budge the weight I would end up miserable and arguing with my husband. finally i got to…
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Bad Periods
Hello everyone. I just wanted to get some advice from you guys. I have not been able to afford to make a dr appointment but I am pretty sure I have PCOS.. I go month and months without having my period then when it does come it is very bad *bleedy* and last for weeks. It gets so bad that I will be standing there and blood…
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great book.
I know some of you guys are just starting out and others well we've been at it for awhile *sigh* but wanted to share an amazing book that has everything about PCOS and weightloss, fertility, options, etc. "PCOS THE HIDDEN EPIDEMIC" BY DR. SAMUEL THATCHER This book came out in 2000 but I still look in it from time to time.…
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FIRST YEAR OF KNOWING I HAVE PCOS!!!! MEGGA SCARRY STUFF!!
So.. Ive never done anything like this before posted publicly... Im 21 and Ive had pcos since I was 12 and I only found this out within the last 6 months to a year...I don't know about you ladies but I have gone through some traumatic stuff because of this curse... and NO one seems to understand. I have the typical…
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Hope...
I want to give everyone hope. Not just on lossing weight but TTC and dealing with PCOS. My life has been filled with many challanges but somehow i've managed. PCOS is about living one day a time. Dealing with the stress one minute at a time. I've had pcos for around 8yrs. I lost weight but still wasn't able to concieve. I…
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TTC with PCOS looking for friends in the same boat
Hi Guys, I'm a 32 year old with PCOS, I've been very overweight for most of my life and decided to get serious about losing weight in Feb of this year to increase my chances of conception. I've lost a significant amount of weight since then, but still have over 80 pounds to lose. If you are in a similar situation please…
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Let's motivate eachother :)
Hey all! Since we all know how PCOS is and makes us feel, we can relate to eachother! I'm thinking we should work together and make some challenges we'd like to work for. So any ideas, or anyone who'd like to be a weightloss buddy please let me know :) I need motivation and am great at giving motivation as well! :D
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Tips to Manage Your PCOS Symptoms & Infertility
PCOS Symptoms are the most common cause today for infertility leaving a woman saddened, frustrated and emotionally spent by uncontrollable weight gain. The most common symptoms of PCOS include: • Menstrual Disturbances (skipped periods) • Acne • Facial Hair Growth • Weight Gain • Male Pattern Hair Loss • Elevated Androgen…
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Did Spironolactone lower your blood pressure?
Hey ladies, I'm excited that I have my first appointment with an endocrinologist next week. I'm really hoping I can finally get some help. One of the worst symptoms I have is acne, and nothing has helped with that...not birth control, not topical treatment, not antibiotics, and not even the things that have really improved…
