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Re: Why meds?
From: AdoptASAP (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 26 May 2001 07:41:34 -0500 (CDT)
Treatments are important. As you get older and time goes on, the PCOS
will get worse. PCOS can lead to Diabetes type 2, cancer, Heart
disease/attacks, strokes, etc. Very important to get this treated in
some way. I am not a medication person myself. I dont even take
asperine for my migraines. After almost 4 years of resting, I have to
start up again. If I don't, I could be in for it.
At Wed, 23 May 2001, sk wrote:
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>I have recently been advised to have the blood workup for PCOS. I was
>diagnosed in 1983, and was placed on the pill which increased my hair
>growth as
>well as making my periods more irregular. I have had 4 pregnancies
>resulting in 3 children. I do not wish to have any more. I have been
>losing weight since January on the low carb diet, and my blodd sugars
>are within normal limits. I do not wish to go on any medication. I can
>control the diabetes with diet. Is there a reason why I need to go on
>any medication? My cholesterol levels are excellent. I need a lipid
>profile and will have this done when I have my next Hgb A1c. Would
>appreciate a reply.
>
>--
>Hi, I have been on Atkins low carb diet since January and have lost 42 lbs.
>I have been at a standstill the past week. I went to the OB/Gyn on Friday, and
> she ordered tests for PCOS. I am frustrated because I was diagnosed back in the
> 80's, and why pay the money for all of the tests. I am Type II diabeic also.
> I know I am insulin resistant now thanks to the Atkins program. Is it really
> necessary to also do the testing. I have had 4 pregnancies and have 3 sons,
> and am not having any more, so this is not an issue. I am interested in the
>supplements to see if these help with the plateau in the weight loss. Any
>suggestions?
>
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