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PCOS question

leigh517leigh517 member
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Hi everyone.

 Although previous doctors have told me that I don't have pcos, my RE today told me that by new guidelines I should in fact be diagnosed with pcos.  She suggested continuing with clomid instead of switching to metformin.  She also suggested I lose weight (I have about 20-25 lbs, to lose I think) and I honestly have been trying just about everything I can think of to lose weight without success.  I was wondering if any of you ladies had suggestions or any success stories?

 

thanks! 

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Re: PCOS question

  • KaselleckKaselleck member
    I have PCOS. I was diagnosed based on being anovulatory and lots of follicles on ovaries. I always ovulate on meds although I had no success with IUIs. My weight is normal, but I'm also on thyroid medication. Have you had your thyroid checked? It can real
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  • leigh517leigh517 member
    Yes I actually had my thyroid removed in 2011 and my Tsh is closely monitored and normal right now....
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  • KaselleckKaselleck member
    Sorry I wasn't much help. I hope you can make the changes that you want!!
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  • mrsfrankmrsfrank member
    I was diagnosed with PCS shortly after DS was born (diagnosed in November 2008). I, too, had a horrible time losing weight. I started with weight watchers and lost 85lbs to date. I still have another 20-30 I'd LOVE to lose, but I'm at a much healthier siz
    TTC #3 with PCOS. Long cycles, ovulate about 4-5 times a year Married 6/9/07 DS 7/15/08 Met RE 12/08 DD 6/2/10
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