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What Advice Are You Grateful To Share With Others About PCOS?

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Hey Girlies, Have Any Of You Been Prescribed Metformin? If So Has It Helped Your PCOS Or Did It Stay The Same?

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Hi Ladies. Can You All Share Your Symptoms Of PCOS? Thank You!

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I Was Diagnosed With PCOS And Experience Pelvic Pain/cramping And Body Pains I Need Some Advice What I Can Do For At Home Remedies?

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Does Pcos Affect Joints And Give Pain?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
London, UK

Hi all
This is my first time to post here.
I was diagnosed 18 years ago with pcos but compared with what I've read, mine seems very minor. I don't know what type I have, tbh i haven't needed medication in years (metformin back then). I was told was insulin resistant back then..anyways reason I'm here, I've just moved back to the UK and wanted to look into pcos more.

For many years I've been suffering with different kinds of joints and body pain, from most major joints in my body. I get told… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

Thanks ladies for your help, greatly appreciated. Its nice to find a group where people understand rather than dismiss you
Have a great day today, I've got a dox appt todya so we'll see what they… read more

October 19, 2018

Low Sex Drive

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

Is there anyone who has low libido? I feel like I do but I act like I dont to pleasure my partner. Often times Idont want him to grab me or anything. What do you ladies do to fix that?

A myPCOSteam Member

Yes, this has happened to me. It's the hormone fluctuations. As I got older the urge started to decline more and more. When I became pregnant, I didn't want sex. Only one time we had sex when I… read more

November 7, 2023

Acid Reflux

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

Ever since ive gained weight from pcos I have the worst acid reflux. I take Omeprazole for the pain but i know i shouldnt be on it for long its very dangerous but man that pain is no joke. What do some of you ladies do about it naturally?

A myPCOSteam Member

You can drink Alkaline powder (A Vogel make one in South Africa) not sure who would make it where you are.
Reduce caffeine, gluten, dairy and acidic foods in your diet.

September 26, 2018

Has Anyone Used Ovusense?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Harrow on the Hill, UK

Thoughts?

A myPCOSteam Member

still a virgin. and thanks!

August 17, 2018

Pregnancy

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Warner Robins, GA

What was your weight and height when you got pregnant and if you didn’t did you speak to a doctor for TTC if so what did they say?

A myPCOSteam Member

No, I needed to get my insulin resistance and inflammation under control. The supplements I used both!

August 8, 2018

Hair Growth

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Corbin, KY

I know this is something many women experience with having PCOS. I've experienced it for years now even though I was just diagnosed late 2016. Do yall shave the hair or just let it be??

A myPCOSteam Member

I use PCOS Naturals facial hair stuff. I don't have 2 shave but every 3-4 weeks...even then it's only a few hairs I can pluck. U should check them out www.pcosnaturals.com

April 24, 2022

Exercise And Diet

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Rosebud, TX

I've always struggled with my weight but now I'm in my 30s and was recently diagnosed with diabetes type 2 which is common in my family genes and this time I really want to become healthier I'm more determined than I've ever been and I could use advice... So my question is what kind of exercises and diets do you ladies do or have done to lose weight and keep it off

A myPCOSteam Member

Thank you all for the help

July 16, 2018

Hair Texture Changes?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Melbourne, FL

I know that its normal for hair to change over our lifetimes, but in just a few short years my hair transitioned from mostly straight to incredibly curly and unruly. I read a study that claimed testosterone can change the shape of the hair follicles. Anyone else go through this?

A myPCOSteam Member

My hair changed when my doctor inserted an IUD, claiming it would help with everything. Fast forward six months my hair is unruly, and SO thin that it's causing major depression. Searching for ways to… read more

December 10, 2019

Weight Gain 😳 And NOT IR

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Kingsport, TN

Hello all,
I’m curious if there is anyone like me who gained weight rapidly and has tried everything to lose it . I am NOT IR. But still overweight , what has worked for you? What hasn’t worked for you? Post you opinions / experiences below! Can’t wait to hear them! ❤️

A myPCOSteam Member

I'm an individual who has gained a crazy amount of weight over the years despite not being insulin-resistant. Ty for posting this, I definitely could use the information as well!

January 29, 2024

Any Ideas On Weight Loss Programs/diets That Actually Work?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Wichita Falls, TX

I got diagnosed 2 years ago with PCOS, i had already known way before but the current gynecologist was not listening to any of my concerns. I finally switched drs after going from 150 pounds to 240 pounds in 2 years. I have done weight watchers, low carb, slim fast, anything and everything. I was going to the gym 2 times a day... literally working my A** off. I get married in a year and i want to look better in my wedding pictures. I want to loose the weight. Ive tried metformin, and birth… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

Hey! I don"t really got a working method for losing weight, but as a medstudent, I can tell you why "trying metformin" haven't work. Having PCOS (and probably IR as the most of us) means your cells… read more

May 19, 2018
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