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Which PCOS Symptom Surprised You The Most?

By A myPCOSteam Member 11 answers

What Are Your Top Tips For Dealing With PCOS In The Heat?

By A myPCOSteam Member 6 answers

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

By A myPCOSteam Member 1 answer

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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The Best Hair Shampoo And Conditioner.

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Lanesville, IN

What’s the best hair shampoo and conditioner for hair. Or some advice that can help me grow my hair. My hair is thinning out and I can’t do anything with it anymore.

A myPCOSteam Member

I tried caster oil, but it didnt help me. But perhaps it will help you.

Ive washed my hair 3 times a week for 3 weeks and noticed my hair was getting thicker. But with my job i have to wash it every… read more

April 18, 2023

How To Know Yourself?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Punjab India

i am always stuck in my mind when someone ask me about myself. i don't know my strengths and weakness, and i always feel bad about it. can anyone tell how can we know ourselves like hobbies, what you like or dislike.....

A myPCOSteam Member

Is this what you mean?

I like gardening: i love watching things grow from seeds, the fact that i helped grow that seed in an amazing sunflower. And that helps the wildlife, who need our help very… read more

April 18, 2023

A Question For Those Who Shave Your Face, Do You Use A Cleanser, Moisturizer, Shaving Gel, Or Something Else?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
A myPCOSteam Member

Thanks for the responses! 🥰 I need to try something different from my usual cleanser or moisturizer

April 17, 2023

What Is The Best Diet For PCOS?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Clarksville, VA

How much protein, how much carbs, how much fats?

What types of protein, carbs and fats?

A myPCOSteam Member

I do keto. High protein and fat and very low carbs, between 18-25 carbs a day. I have barely started but have lost 8 lbs and decreased my cycle length by 3 days. I started June 30th. I am not over… read more

August 21, 2023

Anyone Have 3 Week Periods?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Bristol, UK

My periods have regulated a little better since removing my iud (had no periods when I had iud in) prior to Iud we’re all the time. But am still having long periods

A myPCOSteam Member

Arent you suppose to not have periods on birth control?

April 8, 2023

Has Anyone Found A Good Way To Treat Acne Beside Remaining On Birth Control For Life?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Burlington, WI

I was diagnosed with PCOS while trying to get pregnanct 13 years ago my only symptom was severe cystic acne was on combo birth control all these years but started suffering from massive sleep issues and found out i had no progesterone from the pill suppression so went off of it and working with a functional med doc to balance my hormones and see if i can live off of the pill but the horrible cystic acne has returned anyone have any success being off of the pill with acne and if so what works?

How Many Of You Use The Notion Website?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

I created a PCOS Lifestyle Manager Notion template which is a comprehensive tool designed to help individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) manage their condition effectively. This template contains various sections, including a tracker for menstrual cycles, medication, and supplement tracking, weight and body measurements tracking, and symptom tracking. It also includes a section for healthy food recommendations, including lean proteins, non-starchy vegetables, healthy fats, and complex… read more

PCOS And Blocked Tubes Anyone?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Norfolk, VA
A myPCOSteam Member

My left tube is blocked, but my ovary is ok. My right fallopian tube and ovary are the opposite of what my left ovary and fallopian tube are.

March 29, 2023

Anyone Else Out There FINALLY Diagnosed With PCOS After Years Of Mental Health Treatment? Anxiety And Depression

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Tacoma, WA

For context I am a 27yr old female with long history of anxiety and depression, tried many different antidepressants over the years. Always been told since I was diagnosed at age 6 that I must just have a chemical imbalance in my brain. Fast forward to age 26, I got an IUD placed by my gyno who informed me I had PCOS. I have always been very active, I am lean and struggle to gain weight.

I have been on Spirolactone for about 7 months now and am seeing no difference, I haven't made any changes… read more

A myPCOSteam Member

I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression since I was 13 it seems like I’d be in actual pain while I was dealing with emotional stress people say I’m overacting or somethings really wrong and it’s… read more

December 21, 2023

Metformin, Birth Control, Lexapro

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Raleigh, NC

Good afternoon all,
I’ve had PCOS for the last16 years and have been on 1,000 mg metformin for insulin resistance and Yaz now Nikki birth control to help with my cysts and hormones. Added in lexapro a couple years ago to help with fluctuating high highs and low lows. Is anyone else on this combination or taking any of the 3. I’m now 36 and wanting to know what’s working for others.

A myPCOSteam Member

I have been having highs and lows because I haven't stepped. High dheas can cause insomnia or sleep issues and anxiety.

May 13, 2023
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