PCOS Messages for January, 2001: Re: Questions about POCS

Re: Questions about POCS

From: Jenn (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 24 Jan 2001 17:56:47 -0600 (CST)

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Hi there. I've recently been diagnosed with PCOS too. I think I can help answer a few of you questions. First off, the thickened uterus is caused from our body's inablity to shed the lining every 28 days. Over time, if the hormones don't cause a period, then the lining builds up. This is different from endometriosis. Endometriosis is having endometial (uterus lining) tissue outside of the uterus. At my third appointment my doctor refered me to an endocrinologist. They specialize in hormonal problems. At that appointment I expect to go on Glucophage. Glucophage is an anti-diabetic medication. As I understand it the doctors are unsure on what caused what. Either the insulin resistance caused the homonal changes (like the elavated testosterone) or the hormonal changes caused the insulin resistance. Anyways wish ever happened first the anti-diabetic medication helps the insulin work better with the sugar (glucose). My husband and I are also trying to have children... we have never thought of ourselve with out them. I think those of us with PCOS can be hopeful to conceive, so don't give up Kristina. Please email me if you have anymore questions. I enjoy talking to people that can understand all the things that we have to go through. Good Luck!!! JENN

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At Wed, 24 Jan 2001, Kristina wrote: > >Hello. I found out recently that I have POCS. I am 29 years old and >about 100 pounds overweight. I seem to have a good doctor. I had an >ultra sound last week and he found out I have a thickening of the lining >on my uterus. He said it was 12mm thick, and that I have cysts on both >of my ovaries. Does anyone know the procedure for removing this >thickening of the lining? Is this Endometriosis ?I have no children and >am dying to have one. I was pregnant years ago but had a miscarriage at >5 months along. I am not ovulating at all he said. I have had blood >tests this week and am scheduled for another appointment next week. I >have no idea what to expect. I know my insulin is messed up he said. I >have been having dizziness and blurred vision. I seem to have a problem >with circulation also. Could the POCS be causing this? What should I >expect as the first step in treatment?

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