PCOS-MEDICATION Messages for April, 2002: Re: Metformin

Re: Metformin

From: Melissa (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 24 Apr 2002 07:47:17 -0500 (CDT)

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At Tue, 23 Apr 2002, Sally wrote: >
>Hi,
>
>Am sorry to hear about your experience. Metformin really is the drug of
>choice for us ladies with PCOS, particularly as you are TCC - and
>leading researchers on PCOS generally seem to be in favour of using it.
>Do you have the option to change drs? This is your life and your ability
>to have a family or not. If you can't change, can you do heaps of
>research (particularly medical stuff that he might respect more) and
>present it to him to try to change his mind. Can you convince him that
>this is your decision......
>
>Best wishes and good luck.

Hi Sorry to hear what is going on.. I was just diagnosed with PCOS and I was definatelty put on metformin. The only side effect that I had was a little naseau and some diarehha. The doctor told me this is an experimental drug but has been the best choice to make this syndrome treatable. Luckily I already have one child but it has been difficult trying to have another. I also have level 2 diabetes. Your gynecologist can also prescrib the drug or go to your family doctor... If you need help let me know Melissa. >
>--
>Sally
>
>At Tue, 23 Apr 2002, Kim wrote:
>>
>>I was recently told by my OB/GYN that He would NOT put me on Metformin
>>for my PCOS. I have been on Clomid for five months and had one
>>miscarriage during this time. He told me that Metformin was TOO
>>dangerous and too many BAD side effects. From what I have seen on the
>>internet, the side effects are minimal. I can only take the Clomid for
>>12 months total due to the chances of ovarian cancer. Basically, my
>>months are numbered. I don't mind taking the chances of nausea and
>>vomitting. I don't see why I can't try it. This may be our only
>>chance.
>

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