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Has Anyone Ever Had A Questionnaire Sent To You After You Have Ordered A Repeat Prescription From Your Doctor's?

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Fasting

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Which PCOS Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃

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Anyone Else Not Taking Medication For PCOS?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
San Diego, CA

I am 26 and last year was diagnosed with PCOS. My doctor suggested birth control but thats all the information she suggested. She asked me if I planned on having babies soon and I said that not yet but ever since I married in 2016 I decided to not use birth control just because I’m a person that prefers staying away from medication and doing things naturally. Now that I know about my PCOS I am trying to manage it naturally. I hate the facial hair..the 20 lbs I gained within months..the feeling… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

When i was first diagnosed with pcos I was a wreck. I had my son in 2001 and after that I didn’t lose any weight. I actually gained. In 2003 , after 100+ days of my period, I finally went to urgent… read more

November 7, 2020

Prolonged Bleeding, Help!

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Las Vegas, NV

In the beginning of July 2017 I started to get a light period with brown-ish blood. I’ve had PCOS and absent periods since I was 12 so I figured this was just a period for me. Well it lasted 4 months and turned into red blood and semi-heavy bleeding. I went to my endo and he prescribed 4 BC pills/day for 4 days 3 for 3 and 2 for 2 to stop the bleeding. This worked until I got on the 1 active pill. I now have a new endo and she prescribed 2 BC pills/day for 3 weeks and that worked until I got on… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

Thats happening to me righ now it started in november and it didnt stop im scared and im depress

January 24, 2019

Is Dizziness Part Of This Crappy Pcos

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
London, UK

Lately i come off my period and feel a pulling pain when im standing or moving around also dizzyness has started wen im up n About. I feel off balance. Im new to the pcos gang so everything is scaring me x

A myPCOSteam Member

Did you get your ovaries tested and told them about all your symptoms? I already knew I had the condition before I was diagnosed because of the missed cycles. I've gotten my blood, ovaries, stomach… read more

October 6, 2016

What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A myPCOSteam Member

Im tired of losing my hair

November 22, 2024

How About A Virtual PCOS Assistant?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA

After I went through my PCOS journey with all the challenges of issed menstruations, acne and hair growth, I really want to help others. There is a way out when we get the right support
I told you that I want to build a solution for all PCOS women to end misinformation and the struggle to find the right treatment o lifestyle advice. We are all women but different from our journey that's why we need tailored advice.

What is your thoughts when I would tell you that there is an app which is sort… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

This sounds like a fantastic idea!

October 21, 2024

Please Help!

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Paauilo, HI

Ive never had this before so i dont even know what to think.. Yesterday it started to hurt when i pee. Not like burning, but it hurts. And i already have pelvic pain all the time. But then there was a discharge and some spotting too. I already pee a lot but i just constantly feel like i have to go even more. Any ideas what it is???

A myPCOSteam Member

An alternative to antibiotics for UTI is unfiltered organic apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons to a cup of water, a couple of times a day. It's awful tasting, but works very well. After the first day… read more

July 16, 2021

Does Anyone Get Lower Leg And Feet Swelling?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Oklahoma City, OK

My lower leg swells everyday mostly on my side right side sometimes my foot swells as well

A myPCOSteam Member

Let me know how it goes sweetie

January 27, 2021

Which Type Of PCOS ?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

Hi ! I was diagnosed a few years ago with PCOS. I have taken a treatment for 2 years (Androcur), but I had to stop it, and the pill too, and my symptoms are coming back more than before.

So now, I would like to try more natural treatments, and particularly to have a change in my lifestyle. But I need to know which type of PCOS I have. Any advice ? I would be glad to read your experience.

I know there are 4 types of PCOS
1) Insulin resistance (a blood test ? I am not overweight and I have… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

I've had a bad breakout from all the sugar christmas junk I've eaten. I've been drinking lots of spearmint tea and after a few days my skin is sooo much better

December 27, 2020

Vitex Vs. Evening Premirose Oil

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Toronto, ON

Which supplement is more effective in regulating periods?

A myPCOSteam Member

What is balance used for? Hormonal balance or fertility?

April 18, 2020

Best Acne/blemish Products?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Screven, GA

I don't have cystic acne or real bad acne but have noticed an increase since ive been diagnosed. Ive been trying different products just bought a new one to try. What is the best ?

A myPCOSteam Member

Thank you! I bought some at work...

April 30, 2020
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