PCOS Messages for May, 2002: Re: New PCOS...what to expect

Re: New PCOS...what to expect

From: Rebecca (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 22 May 2002 10:07:45 -0500 (CDT)

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Thanks for the replies both on here and in private. I have two questions. First, can someone comment that has had PCOS for many years (8+). How do you feel? How many pills do you take a day? Do you have a "normal" life as far as eating, grooming (specifically hair removal) etc., have you had children since you were diagnosed? I was about to get engaged before this, but I want my boyfriend to know what he's getting into and myself as well. Also, the BCP question, for non birth-control purposes. I know this group is pretty much against them (and I'm all for less pills) but what does it help with other than forcing periods and clearing up acne? I mean, as far as the actual physical condition, what does the BCP do for it? Also, the hormone thing is a confusing thing to me, but I'm continuing the research. Thanks for everyone's help and support. I wish I could go to the conference, but it's not possible this year.

At Wed, 22 May 2002, Sally wrote: >
>Hi Rebecca,
>
>The medication is correct. The most important of the meds is probably
>glucophage - which should help the cause of the problem. This should
>also help in preventing extra hair growth and loss.
>
>As for the spironolactone, it should help with both the hair loss and
>the excess hair as well. THis drug is very dangerous in pregnancy
>because it will result in sexual anomolies in any male foetus, thus it
>should always be taken with very reliable birth control. So the pill a
>safe option for this.
>
>A low carbohydrate diet and exercise will also help you.
>
>For getting rid of the hair that is there - you may or may not see a
>major difference and it will take time. Hair removal shaving, plucking,
>etc. may still be required. I personally am considering lasar for the
>belly and bikini line which I find is quite excessive, and maybe for the
>anoying chin hairs.
>
>best wishes
>
>--
>Sally
>

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