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Hello Everyone….i Was Wondering You Guys Opinion If I Hadnt Had My Period In About 3 Years, What Shpuld I Do?

By A myPCOSteam Member 14 answers

Should I Get A Ultrasound For Preventative Care For My Annual Gyno Exam?

By A myPCOSteam Member 1 answer

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?

By A myPCOSteam Member 14 answers

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

By A myPCOSteam Member 3 answers
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Do Anyone Know Any Local Pcos Support Groups??

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Detroit, MI
A myPCOSteam Member

Hello everyone one! I am very interested in also making a change for the PCOS community ❣️ I would be very glad to help in any way I can⭐

November 3, 2023

Chronic Pain?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Buena Park, CA

I feel a lot of muscular pain and inflammation in my body. It worsens when I don’t take care of my PCOS. Is anyone else experiencing this?

A myPCOSteam Member

All the time. I was *genuinely* shocked recently when I learned that daily pain isn't normal for most people. I really thought we were all going through life with at a minimum 1-2 body parts hurting… read more

November 28, 2023

Do This Do That! Who Is Also Tired Of All The Different Advice What Is Best For Me?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA

Hello everyone! I have PCOS for about 6 years. I got so much advice what I should do, from my OB, friends, and other sources. I know that they all want to help but everyone is different. I read multiple studies and everything I could find online. I'm super happy that I got pregnant and have my daughter now. For me it helped to change my diet and do some exercise as I was insulin resistant. From time to time I use a glucose monitor to see what is spiking my glucose to not gaining too much weight… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

As I told my OBGYN I do not want to do a clinical trial that stops my period.. Women that want to have children do not want their period stopped we want methods that gives us results such as pain… read more

November 14, 2023

Has Anyone Gotten Pregnant On Their Own After Being Diagnosed With PCOS ?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Detroit, MI
A myPCOSteam Member

I was diagnosed after giving birth to my third kid (along with 2 miscarriages). It's one reason the diagnosis for me was so unexpected, although a lot of the symptoms (irregular and extremely painful… read more

November 7, 2023

Do Any Of You Have Hypothyroidism And PCOS?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Hamburg-Mitte, DE
A myPCOSteam Member

Yes, at a time.

October 21, 2023

What Are You Doing To Help Your PCOS Feel Better?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Hamburg-Mitte, DE
A myPCOSteam Member

I've been prescribed pain medication that really helps and I've taken some time off work due to the pain I'm also trying to clean and clear my mind.

October 31, 2023

Hey, Hi Guys, I Have A Question For You All, How Do You Eat? What Are You Eating? What Are You Giving Up? Best Regards

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Hamburg-Mitte, DE

Does Anyone Take Inositol Or Has Tried It In The Past?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Connecticut, CT

I read some studies online that inositol might be a good supplement for people with PCOS/insulin resistance. I started taking it myself and wanted to know if anyone has had results with it.

A myPCOSteam Member

Absolutely! This Is the one I take. It’s helped me with my insulin resistance and PCOS belly along with a diet of lean protein and lots of veggies. I went from having a period once a year to every 2… read more

October 22, 2023

Looking For Body Doubling Partners: Eating Disorders

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Germany

I'm in search of a partner for a 'body doubling' or accountability project. My goal is to address my eating disorders, which include compulsive eating, binge eating, and food addiction. I'm seeking someone who would like to embark on this journey together with me, sharing our efforts and progress.

A myPCOSteam Member

You probably are not eating soon enough, which is causing this. I find in myself if I get too hungry my sugar plummets and I am grabbing for instant gratification food. Watch your stress, this does… read more

November 6, 2023

I Want My Period Back. I Never Thought It Would Get Me So Down. Do Any Of You Not Get Your Period Either?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Hamburg-Mitte, DE
A myPCOSteam Member

There are times I get my period and other times I don’t get at all. It’s sad and frustrating.

October 16, 2023
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