Re: Finally diagnoses!!!
From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Mon, 26 Aug 2002 20:18:59 -0500 (CDT)
Hi Tina,
THe first step is getting properly diagnosed. And that can take some
time and you have now done that!
Second is to get as much info as you can about this thing! And it can be
managed.
You may need to see an endocrinologist. An endo can also help in
management of your hypothyroid (also very common with PCOS). Need to
find a good one who can work with you long-term and who is knowledgeable
and supportive. However, need not be an endocrinologist. The doctor
who diagnosed you may also be helpful.
Are you being treated? Metformin? Diet (lower carb)and exercise plan?
Things will get better from here.
Best wishes
Sally
At Mon, 26 Aug 2002, Tina wrote:
>
>Well, I finally got a dignosis after all these years of reoccuring obgyn
>problems. I am 34 years old and have been unable to conceive for the
>past 6 years despite all my trying. I have had hypothyroidism for the
>last 3 years but have had difficuly in getting a level of med that works
>for me. In short, I have had cysts since I was 12 and for the last two
>years I have had such erratic, intense menses that I have had 2
>D&Cs(along with anemia) a course or two of provera, infected Bartholon?
>Cysts and yet till today no definite answers. During a physical for a
>new job which included a routine blood work up, my family physician
>found an exceedingly high blood sugar level. Upon discussing my female
>problems with him, he immediately ordered more bloodwork and an
>ultrasound. AND THERE YOU HAVE IT....Not only do I have Type II
>diabetes, I also have been diagnosed with PCOS. Please tell me there is
>light at the end of this tunnel. I have never felt so horrible both and
>physically and emotionally. Do I need to see an endocrinologist or
>what? I am about doctored out. This was the 12th doctor I have seen
>before being properly diagnosed.
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