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A new way to test for pcos
Hi ladies - here's an article regarding a blood test for Anti-Mullerian (AMH) and PCOS. AMH is tested to find out the ovarian reserve in women trying to conceive but is now possibly a marker of PCOS if on the high end. See article for ranges appropriate to your age:…
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I exclusively breastfeed my baby and I STILL gain weight!
Anybody else? I'm so beyond done. I'm so insanely frustrated. My baby is 6 months old and she only gets my breastmilk and even when I keep my calories around 1600-1900 a day, I STILL FREAKING GAIN WEIGHT. screw you PCOS. I'm gaining about 10-15 pounds a month despite trying not to. Even my doc is baffled.
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Ac1 now normal but random insulin still high
Hi has anyone had any experience with this? I introduced exercise everyday sometimes I take 1 rest day a week. Cut out white flour products (actually all wheat) Sugar and sugar substitute Starchy veggies Last couple days I have had some crap (potatoes) but overall not really Down 34 pounds but random insulin still high…
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No more Merry-go-round please!!
I wanted to re- introduce myself. Hi! I'm Diana, 31 years old, I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2004, and I've been TTC for over 10 years. I've tried it all: metformin, fertility pills, injection, and still TTC by IUI. I still have 91lbs to lose to get to a healthy weight. I need help staying motivated and staying on track. I…
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Favorite Gluten Free Food Items
What are your favorite Gluten free food items. I have tried a cookies and bread? I didn't like them. Any and all help is appreciated.
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Questions to ask the reproductive endocrinologist about managing PCOS (not ttc)
Hi ladies, I am seeing a reproductive endo for the first time today though I've had PCOS for years. I am not trying to conceive but wanting to be as healthy as possible since there is a family history of lean diabetes. I also have recently had trouble with my hair (not sure if it was too much armour thyroid meds or pcos.)…
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Naturopath
Has anyone gone to see a Naturopath about their PCOS? Would you recommend it?
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Any success with itg diet
Hey I am considering trying the ITG diet to loose 4o lbs . Has anyone had any success with it
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Milk Thistle?
I have been reading online that milk thistle can help with PCOS. Has anyone taken it, what has been your experience? I have an appointment next month to see my doc and was going to ask him but was curious if anyone's taken it?
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Some questions about inositol (some TMI)
Back story: Ok, so I ordered my Jarrow inositol last week. And received it on Wednesday. I started taking it straight away. I was aware taking too much right off the bat could cause severe stomach problems, so I started with the recommended basic dosage, which is 1/4 tsp, or 600mg. I noticed general improvements right…
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Need help with PCOS and Lowering Cholesterol
I was diagnosed with PCOS over a decade ago and have found that a lower carb/higher fat diet has helped every time I try to lose weight. Unfortunately, I just came back from my primary care physician and my cholesterol levels are thru the roof!! I'm only 36 and don't want to go on statins at this time. I was told to…
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Anyone following GF/dairy free/soy free diet? or Paleo?
Hi! Just looking for a few diaries to follow. Paleo is even ok! I have been on here like 1180 days I think? 170lbs down. 30 to go. 2nd skin surgery in the fall. I'm 39. PCOS is now undetectable in labs but I still have some symptoms I want to control with diet. I'm also a type 2 diabetic though my a1c is back to normal now…
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Hi... can I vent?
I am pretty sure that I introduced myself in this group before, but I haven't been in in a while as I have been both not diligent with following a healthy diet and also because I have been crazy busy. I feel like in saying that I don't have the right to vent but I am just wondering if for a moment I can... I could use some…
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Cyst burst?
Cyst sisters, I need your help/ advice please! I have PCOS with "multiple cysts on both ovaries" and have in the past had ovarian cyst burst causing pain and surgery. Today I was working at a kids summer camp and this little girl jumped at me and head butt me super hard in the lower belly/ right ovary area. She just got…
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Protien Powder suggestions!!! need help
Anyone know of protien powders that are healthy, but still cheap. I'm thinking about starting, but have no idea which one. I went down the aisle at the grocery store, and there was just too many to choose from. Plus I had no idea what exactly I was looking for! I eventually gave up. So any help would be appreciated!
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More Wonky Thyroid Questions - T3 Medication Side Effects?
So, to give a little background, my PCP diagnosed me as hypothyroid some years back. We tried Armour, it did squat for me, because we didn't titrate up to therapeutic dosage levels. Went to an endocrinologist who basically told me until I lost weight, I was so fat that thyroid meds wouldn't help me. Dropped him like a hot…
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I'm getting frustrated
Every day that I log-- which is usually 5-6 days a week-- I log diligently. I do cardio workouts a couple times a week along with weights 2 more times a week. I KNOW I am logging very accurately, using my scale all the time. You'd think after doing this for so long there'd be consistent weight loss but I've been stuck for…
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Metformin
So I started Metformin in December 2015... I only really had GI issues for the first few days while my body adjusted and then no issues. I am now taking 2,000 mg/day (1,000 mg twice a day) and all of the sudden for the past week, continuing into this week I am having TERRIBLE GI issues from it. Anyone else experience this?…
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Misdiagnosis and Insulin Resistance
Hey ladies, I've been thinking about when I was diagnosed with PCOS (2013), and the blood work that the OBGYN sent me to get. She did have a non-fasting blood sugar test done, and she said I wasn't insulin resistant, and that was odd. I'm wondering, since I've recently heard that sometimes the numbers aren't accurate if…
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Increased carb cravings on Met?
I average about 100g of carbs per day (total, none of this "net carbs" stuff), and until recently, I've been just fine with it. I started Metformin a little over a week and a half ago (500mg ER, twice daily; was once for the first week). Now, though, I feel as though all I want to eat are carby stuff, and sugar cravings…
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Further Discussion on Metformin, Extracted from Other Thread
@aSearch4Me -- Re: Metformin. I feel like a cheerleader in the Metformin Fan Club. I personally love the stuff. I noticed a big difference in my cycles AND my mood issue tendencies with Metformin (lifelong anxiety/depression cycle). My final dosage is 1000mg ER twice-a-day (2000mg ER total)....which might be the max dosage…
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macro carb??
Hi. I reduced my macro to reflect 40% carbs over 50% it does on standard. So far its easy to keep in that range. I may drop it later. Where does everyone have their macros for successful loss with insulin resistances issues?? I've just got the tracking and the exercise(cardio and strength) going this week consistently. So…
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Stuck at 203 for almost two weeks!!!
I'm 28, 5'8", currently 203.8 and a mother of two. I'm also 3 months postpartum. I was 135 in high school :( of course PCOS set in and I gained 70 pounds in less than 6 months. Y'all know that struggle I'm sure. Sigh. So for the last 10 years, I've been in the 200-230 range. I can't seem to shake it. With my first…
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Bloating
Just curious if anyone else has had similar issues, and whether it is PCOS related? I have days where I wake up with a (relatively) flat stomach and within a couple hours I look about 6 months pregnant! And it hurts! Periodic cramps with it too. I have always contributed it to wheat but on Monday I ate PERFECTLY - stayed…
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Probiotic Evaluation - Restora Rx
I developed a heat rash irritation/allergic response to tape resulting in a 5" square or so of irritated yeast rash this week. After visiting the doctor, she added Restora Rx as a sample to try for me. This is a probiotic with folic acid and lactobacillus casei (KE-99), 200 Billion CFU/g, and it looks like getting this…
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Hair loss :( help!
My hair has started falling out at an alarming rate :'( It's always been thin and prone to breaking, but now I'm pulling handfuls out every time I have a shower and my housemates keep complaining that they find it around the house. I don't know what to do! I'm pretty certain it's hormonal as I've been having eczema…
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PCOS Cost Me Both Ovaries.
Had them removed at 20, and now I'm 25. Add me!
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Camp gladiator
** as anyone tried them** AUSTIN DENVER DFW HOUSTON ORLANDO RALEIGH SAN ANTONIO sHREVEPORT TAMPA WACO
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Experience taking progesterone?
Hi ladies, My dr keeps telling me that I am estrogen dominant and really wants me to try taking progesterone (either the pill or the cream.) Does anyone have any experience? What does it feel like and how long does it take to work? Do you feel any negative side effects? Thanks!
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Experience with Wii fit?
We just got an old school wii fit (it was $50 at a thrift store...why not?). Anyone have success with this system?
