Re: Complete Irregularity
From: clare (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 16 Nov 2001 07:34:52 -0600 (CST)
Hi Mel:
I am not a Dr., but you may want to search the archives or the net on
PCOS. It sounds like this could be what you are facing, and yes, you
need a thorough evaluation - a reproductive endocrinologist(sp) would be
best if you desire more children. Good luck.
At Fri, 16 Nov 2001, Mel wrote:
>
>I have a question regarding my irregular periods. I hardly have one!
>About 2 times a year I do, that is it! I have seen a gyn. about this
>situation as well as the fact that I am growing facial hair...which
>makes me feel very uncomfortable about! The doctor did a blood test on
>me to check my hormone level and found that it was fine. I was told
>that it was due to being overweight and there wasn't much they could do.
>They recommended a diet. I know that I am overweight...I way 215lbs at
>5'4". I also know people who are heavier than I and having babies! My
>concern was that no other tests were ran to see how things are inside.
>Shouldn't an ultra sound been done to check my ovaries? I want to have
>more children! Is there a test that could of been done? Or something to
>help me get back in cycle so that I can bear children?
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csheedy
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