djl
12-01-2004, 08:04 PM
Well,
My Endocrinologist called and got my blood work back and told me I am PCOS. He prescribed me Metformin. This is for Insulin Resitandce and may actualy help to loose weight. YIPEE !!!!!
I had a Transvaginal done today and as the tech was ready to put the wand in me I told her that the Endo specialist said I was PCOS and she said why then let out a big burst and sais OH MY GOD YOU ARE PCOS !!! The 7cm cyst is gone on the right ovary, but the right ovary is full of tiny cysts !!!!!! She said that they are deffinately Polycistic Ovaries.
Then I had to go down stairs and see my OB. He came in and ok....PCOS.....You are 39 and you are not having anymore kids.....PCOS.....So what. It will be controlled. He did say that he will probably change the BC Pill again. He can't until next time I get my period, because I can't be off the pill. He said I did unfortunately have a rough past 5 months, but I will be fine. I asked about will I get another massive cyst?? He said yes that is possible that is why he may change my pill again. I also asked about having my ovaries out and he said no way in you know what will he take my ovaries out now. He refuses to put me through that option. He said I am sure other doctors would of probably taken my ovaries out already and I would be dealing with menepause. He will not put me through that. He said any doctor who takes out a womans ovaries at the age of 39 is nothing more than a butcher. The only way he would take them out is it is the absolute last resort, or when I am his age !!
So that is the update right now !!!
My Endocrinologist called and got my blood work back and told me I am PCOS. He prescribed me Metformin. This is for Insulin Resitandce and may actualy help to loose weight. YIPEE !!!!!
I had a Transvaginal done today and as the tech was ready to put the wand in me I told her that the Endo specialist said I was PCOS and she said why then let out a big burst and sais OH MY GOD YOU ARE PCOS !!! The 7cm cyst is gone on the right ovary, but the right ovary is full of tiny cysts !!!!!! She said that they are deffinately Polycistic Ovaries.
Then I had to go down stairs and see my OB. He came in and ok....PCOS.....You are 39 and you are not having anymore kids.....PCOS.....So what. It will be controlled. He did say that he will probably change the BC Pill again. He can't until next time I get my period, because I can't be off the pill. He said I did unfortunately have a rough past 5 months, but I will be fine. I asked about will I get another massive cyst?? He said yes that is possible that is why he may change my pill again. I also asked about having my ovaries out and he said no way in you know what will he take my ovaries out now. He refuses to put me through that option. He said I am sure other doctors would of probably taken my ovaries out already and I would be dealing with menepause. He will not put me through that. He said any doctor who takes out a womans ovaries at the age of 39 is nothing more than a butcher. The only way he would take them out is it is the absolute last resort, or when I am his age !!
So that is the update right now !!!
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BorderGirl
12-01-2004, 10:08 PM
I'm so glad you got some answers! I've heard great things about Metformin once you get used to it! Best of luck :)
Nikkijot
12-02-2004, 01:34 AM
YAY!!! well, you know....not so great that you have to pop more pills and go through a BCP change, but at LEAST you know what you are dealing with and hopefully will get it under control!! I'll be watching for an update, so keep us posted!! :-)
djl
12-02-2004, 04:15 PM
I tell yah I am thrilled over the fact that now I know what I am dealing with. The only thing is I can't start a knew BCP until my next cycle because I started the 2nd trial pack of the Ovcon 35 this past sunday. They can't take me of the BCP due to my cyst problems. So, the chances are I will probably have another massive cyst just before my next period !! WHAT JOY
The only thing is at least I am expecting it this time. But this time I want better Pain Killers !!!!!!!! Percaset would be nice.......
The only thing is at least I am expecting it this time. But this time I want better Pain Killers !!!!!!!! Percaset would be nice.......
kellykay
12-02-2004, 11:04 PM
well this is good news.. i didn't know you could develop this in your thirties..
my cyst is still there i can feel it. i am very thin so itis easy.. everymorning i keep checking.. i have my ct in two days and my followup ultrasound on tuesday .. iunless she calls me i have to wait to the following tuesday for the test results... nice that ou got answers. i have been searching for two years now to figure out what is wrong with me.. i hate this. i'll keep[ u posted
my cyst is still there i can feel it. i am very thin so itis easy.. everymorning i keep checking.. i have my ct in two days and my followup ultrasound on tuesday .. iunless she calls me i have to wait to the following tuesday for the test results... nice that ou got answers. i have been searching for two years now to figure out what is wrong with me.. i hate this. i'll keep[ u posted
djl
12-03-2004, 02:48 PM
hey KellyKay
Let us know what happens !!
Is there a possibility that you are PCOS ??? Do you have an irregular period?? Problems with ovulation, painful periods?? You don't even have to have cysts to have this. It is a hormone inbalance and the first thing they do is put you on the pill to regulate you.
Let us know what happens !!
Is there a possibility that you are PCOS ??? Do you have an irregular period?? Problems with ovulation, painful periods?? You don't even have to have cysts to have this. It is a hormone inbalance and the first thing they do is put you on the pill to regulate you.
kellykay
12-03-2004, 09:20 PM
well i looked it up i have only had irregular r period s for a couple of years.. ( i beleive that is related to something autoimmune)
my fsh lh are ok i have low testostorone.. and i do not have any problems with my blood sugar levels or definetly not my wieght.. so i really don't think so.. from what i have read i think i have figured out that i have a particluar type of cyst that is really a tumour it is part solid and part fluid.. but i will find out soon enough..
my fsh lh are ok i have low testostorone.. and i do not have any problems with my blood sugar levels or definetly not my wieght.. so i really don't think so.. from what i have read i think i have figured out that i have a particluar type of cyst that is really a tumour it is part solid and part fluid.. but i will find out soon enough..
djl
12-03-2004, 11:37 PM
I know that my Testosterone levels came back normal, but with PCOS everything varies with every woman. I am also on the pill, so I don't know how accurate the tests were.
If your cyst is also realy like a tumor then what are they waiting for?????? THAT SHOULD COME OUT !!!!!!!!!
If your cyst is also realy like a tumor then what are they waiting for?????? THAT SHOULD COME OUT !!!!!!!!!
barton93
12-05-2004, 02:31 AM
Hi djl...........I know how you feel about being relieved to have a diagnosis. I battled with my symptoms for a long time and after seeing a specialist, I too was diagnosed with PCOS. That was 4 years ago. Since then, I have done EXTENSIVE research on PCOS. It can be difficult to get control over. Just know that you HAVE to do it, because if not controlled, it can become serious. If you have any questions........just ask. Like I said, I have researched this syndrome to its core!!!
djl
12-06-2004, 03:58 PM
Barton,
What symptoms of PCOS do you have?? Are you on a BC Pill ?? I am now on Ovcon 35 and my OB wants to change it on me. I was originaly on Ortho Try Cyclene, then after the 7cm cyst they put me on the Ovcon 35 I am on my second month of it, and my OB wants to change it when my next cycle is due. I am not due for 2 weeks yet, but I am dealing with alot of cramps and bleeding in between.
Also, my stomache is SO BLOATED !!! What can you do to controll that ?? I know my 7cm cyst is gone, but my right ovary is full of tiny cysts. My OB said there is a good chance that I may end up with a massive cyst again, that is why he wants to change my BC Pill. Will that realy help?? Do you deal with the cysts??
It is just that I have been dealing with pain for 5 months now and it is so deppressing. I notice that when I do alot like shopping, or running around alot my ovaries bother me.
Is this also the reason why I have such a hard time trying to loose weight?? I also tend to crave carbs alot !! Most woman crave chocolate all I want is pretzels and such !!!
What symptoms of PCOS do you have?? Are you on a BC Pill ?? I am now on Ovcon 35 and my OB wants to change it on me. I was originaly on Ortho Try Cyclene, then after the 7cm cyst they put me on the Ovcon 35 I am on my second month of it, and my OB wants to change it when my next cycle is due. I am not due for 2 weeks yet, but I am dealing with alot of cramps and bleeding in between.
Also, my stomache is SO BLOATED !!! What can you do to controll that ?? I know my 7cm cyst is gone, but my right ovary is full of tiny cysts. My OB said there is a good chance that I may end up with a massive cyst again, that is why he wants to change my BC Pill. Will that realy help?? Do you deal with the cysts??
It is just that I have been dealing with pain for 5 months now and it is so deppressing. I notice that when I do alot like shopping, or running around alot my ovaries bother me.
Is this also the reason why I have such a hard time trying to loose weight?? I also tend to crave carbs alot !! Most woman crave chocolate all I want is pretzels and such !!!
barton93
12-07-2004, 04:22 AM
I have many symptoms. Excess hair growth, vision changes, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol, infertility, weight gain, hair loss, loss in bone density, fatigue, circulation issues, weight gain, skin discoloration (armpits), increase of moles, very irregular periods. I think I've covered them all.
Currently, I am taking Loestrin BC and I am also on Metformin, which both seem to be working well for me. I had problems with cysts in the past, but not for the past few years.
The bloating is very hard to control. It is all hard to control. Your best bet is to get on a routine. Cut carbs, exercise, take your meds..........and research PCOS. Get to know what is going on in your body. Learn to take control of it. Also, having PCOS does make it harder to lose weight, but it can be done with determination.
Currently, I am taking Loestrin BC and I am also on Metformin, which both seem to be working well for me. I had problems with cysts in the past, but not for the past few years.
The bloating is very hard to control. It is all hard to control. Your best bet is to get on a routine. Cut carbs, exercise, take your meds..........and research PCOS. Get to know what is going on in your body. Learn to take control of it. Also, having PCOS does make it harder to lose weight, but it can be done with determination.