Insulin resistance - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Message Board

innocence · 03-09-2008, 08:32 PM

I'm 20 and have been diagnosed with PCOS..am worried about the possibility of developing insulin resistance/type 2 diabetes later on in life. Does anyone know how common it is to develop insulin resistance and what the symptoms are, etc?

cmpgirl · 03-09-2008, 09:18 PM

Hi, Innocence: I was diagnosed 20 year ago (I'm now 46) and I can't speak for everyone, but I've never developed diabetes. I have my blood sugar tested every year by my Dr. and it's always been within normal ranges.

I think, like a lot of aspects of PCOS, it depends on the person and also, each person's family history. I'm sure, if someone here on the boards has dealt with it, they'll post and let you know.

Have you asked your Dr. about it? I would think if PCOS is something they diagnose and treat often, they would be able to tell you.

Good luck and keep reading and posting here. It's a good source of info and support. cmpgirl

Namibia · 03-10-2008, 09:00 AM

Hi innocence, I was diagnosed with PCOS in September 2007 as well as insulin resistence. I have now been on Glucophage/metformin since October 2007. The only symptom I had was gaining 12kg in a year. I have now lost 5kg since being on the meds. I am not sure I was of much help.

Good Luck
Charlene

innocence · 03-10-2008, 10:22 AM

Thanks for all of the replies...what I was wondering was, does insulin resistance in PCOS patients mostly affect older people? I'm 19, with PCOS, so that's why I ask. Thanks again!

Namibia · 03-10-2008, 11:30 AM

I do not think so as I am 28.