Trouble TTC

PCOS? :(

So my gyno and I believe I might have polycystic ovary syndrome. I go in for my annual in september and she's going to run a slew of tests on me. I've always had regular periods but it's been missing for three months now! Took a couple pregnancy tests so I know that's not the issue. I've looked up the symptoms for PCOS and I have had issues losing weight and I started to get a couple dark hairs in places that they shouldn't be. Does anyone know if you can still get pregnant with this syndrome? What type of fertility drugs do they usually use? I know there's a shot that can make you ovulate. Within the next year my husband and I are planning on trying to get pregnant and I'm trying to get a general idea of what we're up against. Am I overreacting? I mean I haven't even been diagnosed but I have a feeling I will be and I'm already freaking out.  

 Sorry for not lurking in advance. This is my first time on these boards.

Re: PCOS? :(

  • You will find a whole slew of gals on SAIF with pcos and babies. Normally, the first thing after diagnosis is an HSG and an SA (for your DH) to make sure you aren't dealing with anything else. From there, Metformin is next. Then perhaps clomid or femara, but only with strict monitoring.

    Check out the PCOSbio for more information.

    Katie, PCOS since May 2005, Fostering since November 2010 Adoption since December 2011 Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
    *PCOS bio* *Cold Hands, Warm Heart*
  • First off, sorry about the (possible) diagnosis :(

    Second, there is a ton of info regarding PCOS. I would check out soulcysters.com. Lurking here can give you a ton more information as well. There are some treatment options that range from BCP, to metformin (if you are insulin resistant), to diet and exercise. TTC can be a little more difficult if you don't ovulate at all or infrequently. A lot of ladies are given Clomid to induce ovulation.

    I strongly suggest seeing an endocrinologist or a reproductive endocrinologist for treatment. They are the "experts." I've been wasting my time with an OB who really doesn't have too much experience with PCOS and am just now going to see an endo. I probably should have started there (or with an RE).

    GL!

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  • I know how you feel. I felt the same way. I pretty much knew I had PCOS, but wasn't officially diagnosed for a long time. There is hope for you. Just be patient, and know that it might take longer than you want it to.
  • My doctor is considering the same diagnosis for me as well.  Coming off birth control in December, I have had one natural period on my own and the other I had to have progesterone. I am currently on cycle day 65 of no period and have an appointment about the next steps, ultrasound and blood work to check for PCOS and other things (hypothyroidism I think, especially).  Then, if it is diagnosed, metformin.  I have dark hair in places and extra hairgrowth since coming off the pill.  I am not trying to get too discouraged.  Lots of women have healthy babies with PCOS!  Just have to take a different route to get there sometimes :) Keep your head up!
  • Thanks ladies! I feel a little bit better now knowing that there are people with PCOS who have gotten pregnant :) Just might take me a little longer but I'll deal. I'm still hoping for a period before my september appointment. :::fingers crossed:::
  • And if the worst case scenario does occur I'm very open to adoption.

  • imagesinging_sea:
    I'm still hoping for a period before my september appointment. :::fingers crossed:::

    Definately! ...fingers crossed...  Keep lurking on here and learning.  I'm new too and I definitely have learned a lot the short time I've been here.  It's amazing all the knowledge these boards have!

  • Hi. I'm sorry about the potential diagnosis, but my RE has always been very positive about PCOS and pregnancy. And I didn't see it mentioned (but I might have missed it), but Soulcyters is a great forum for women with PCOS. I have learned a ton of info from the ladies over there. I hope you get answers at your next appointment!

    Me (32) DH (30)

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    imagesinging_sea:
    I'm still hoping for a period before my september appointment. :::fingers crossed:::

    Definately! ...fingers crossed...  Keep lurking on here and learning.  I'm new too and I definitely have learned a lot the short time I've been here.  It's amazing all the knowledge these boards have!

    Will do! Everyone seems really nice and supportive here :)

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