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Re: what are the symptoms of pcos?

From: Leslie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 12 Jan 2001 22:30:16 -0800

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Hello Nicole, There are several indications that one may have PCOS. Sudden weight gain and backwards hormones are key indicators. I would STRONGLY suggest you request an insulin test be completed, as in many women it is related to increased insulin their system. An increase in insulin production will cause a sudden weight gain, and if he suspects you have PCOS, this test will show you if you have a problem with this.

I don't know what your diet is like, but if you do have pcos and wish to have some control over it without the nasty medicine that is commonly prescribed, I would suggest cutting down on sugar and carbohydrates, which tend to aggravate the body's insulin levels.

There are several potential side effects besides odd hormone levels. Some include increased adult acne, hair loss on the head and growth on other parts of the body (male balding and male hair growth patterns), increased LDH cholesterol and decreased HDL cholesterol, depression (often one will have a history of depression before diagnosis), inconsistent or absent periods. Most of the time the problems will begin in adolescence, but not always. I didn't have any of the symptoms until I turned 30. I'm sure I missed a few symptoms, but these seem to be the basics. They are not always present, which makes this difficult to diagnose. I should mention too that because of the backwardness of some of the hormones, it makes it more challenging for those with PCOS to become pregnant. Also, the longer this is left untreated (ignored) the worse the symptoms become, so make sure that you take control and don't let the Dr. tell you the only way to treat this is with birth control pills! It may make you have regular periods for a while, but it will not resolve the problem and will still be left untreated.

Remember that not all that many Drs are really aware of the details of this syndrome; it is a fairly new one to many Drs. You may have to do some of the educating and much of the research for your Dr. (as some of the ladies here can attest to).

Also, I don't know how many other ladies find intercourse painful, but that may indicate another problem all together. If you are experiencing deep pain, that may indicate (to the best of my understanding) a problem with the uterus. If it is around the vaginal opening, it could be inflamed or blocked glands.

Hope I haven't scared you too much! Feel free to contact me privately if you wish to discuss any of this in more detail.

Leslie lekili@pacbell.net

> I was told today that I may have polycystic ovaries. I have gained
> weight in the last couple of months and not sure why. My periods are
> real sporadic and intercourse is extremely painful. My doctor told me
> that my levels were opposite of what they should be--like the level that
> should be low was high and vice versa. He wants to wait until April to
> see what happens! He is hoping that everything will even out, but things
> have been this way for at least 3 months or more. I just need some info
> about this syndrome and what are the symptoms. Any info would greatly
> be appreciated.
> Thanks--Nicole =)
>
> --
> Nicole=)

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