Pcos Symptoms

... unexplained fertility. My doc has pcos on my chart but I... or have ever had any pcos symptoms. She was so surprised when...

... with PCOS. I’ve never been diagnosed with it nor have any symptoms... a higher AMH and no pcos. I think I’m doing 150...

...! I also was diagnosed with pcos so I think that may... I was pregnant (based off symptoms I had in college) and...

... irregular periods due to PCOS so I experienced pregnancy symptoms all the time...

... am dealing with. I have PCOS and sometimes I can feel... I don't have any other symptoms for ectopic pregnancy. But I...

... and my other endo/ando/pcos symptoms. Chronic fatigue is the thing...

... said: I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 20, luckily... to PCOS. I think I'm nearing the end now and all peri symptoms...

... symptoms the same? Did your period change at all? Also, any PCOS...

... I found out I had PCOS and suspect endo as well... that is what healed my symptoms.

... to expect, no talking regarding symptoms, nothing! I would expect an... nauseous from pregnancy symptoms. I’m 36 and have pcos so it feels...

... it was PCOS due to ovarian cysts, hair loss etc. (no other symptoms though...)... Then I heard keto worked for PCOS and it worked...

@momaimke, I do think my miscarriage changed my body. My doc said I’ve always had a genetic disposition for PCOS but I have not had symptoms like this before. That is a long time to wait. Have you had any testing done? I hope we get our rainbows too.

... of me having PCOS. I’m having a lot of the symptoms & lab work...

...] that helps women understand their PCOS symptoms, find the right language to... first testers. If you have PCOS (or are a practitioner in...

... my period had all the symptoms then would have 1-3 days... mess of hormonal issues, Hashi’s, PCOS and endo, so I know ...

... since I didn’t have any symptoms, except for very dull cramps... an anovulatory cycle (I have PCOS so that’s happened before). I...

... 7 years now, I have pcos but last 6 cycles have... of March. No sign or symptoms of period yet, cycles range...

... with irregular cycles/concerns about PCOS, no other known underlying health... by tracking BBT, CM, and symptoms. Nothing about my tracking has ...

Yes i use a progesterone cream, the reason is that i have PCOS and used to be on the pill to regulate very heavy periods but came off them. It's trial and error really, my MS symptoms are much better when i am taking the cream. I currently have raised prolactin levels which can be due to both underactive thyroid and PCOS and is making me feel terrible.

Finally got my period! �� I started breaking out in acne and feeling SUPER bloated! I’m EBF baby and I also struggled with pcos symptoms AFTER my 2nd baby. This May baby is my 3rd. Anyone else in a similar situation? I’m not sure what to do from here or how to manage.

... out there wondering if their symptoms are my own. I went... out I have PCOS. I have never had symptoms for this before... December. I have never had symptoms until my MMC.

... out I have PCOS. I have never really had symptoms before. My...

@sunshinevibes247, what is factor 5? Did you have symptoms of pcos before?

... normal," had doctors minimise your symptoms, or felt like you weren't...) All conditions welcome - endometriosis, PCOS, adenomyosis, undiagnosed, under investigation -...

... normal," had doctors minimise your symptoms, or felt like you weren't...) All conditions welcome - endometriosis, PCOS, adenomyosis, undiagnosed, under investigation -...

Hello everyone, I’m writing this because I’m feeling really conflicted and overwhelmed, and I’m hoping to get some non-judgmental advice or hear from people who might relate. For some background: about 3 years ago, I tried to actively manage my PCOS symptoms—especially my irregular periods—by taking a combination birth control pill (I believe it was Yaz). At that time, I was already dealing with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. After some time on the pill, I started to notice that my depression was getting significantly worse, and it became hard to ignore the connection. Because of that, I made the decision (with the help of a psychiatrist) to prioritize my mental health above everything else. That’s still where I am today. I’m currently on SSRIs and stimulants, and just managing those medications, side effects, and daily functioning already takes a lot out of me. Now, my current situation is that I haven’t had a period in over 200 days. And honestly, I’ve started developing this “I really don’t care anymore” mindset when it comes to my reproductive health. I know that might sound concerning, but to me, it feels like a form of self-preservation at this point. Part of that mindset comes from the fact that I’m not sexually active and don’t have plans to have children in the future. I’ve also already gotten the HPV vaccine, which was a big financial and personal investment for me, so I feel like I’ve at least taken some preventive steps for my future health. Another big factor is my negative experience with OB-GYNs. This has honestly been one of the most frustrating parts of my journey. In my experience, it often feels like my concerns are only taken seriously if they’re related to fertility or getting pregnant—which I’m not interested in. Even when the doctors are women, I’ve felt dismissed or not fully heard. I’ve tried to explain my mental health conditions and how they affect my ability to follow certain recommendations hoping to have an integrative approach, however, it feels like that context gets brushed aside. I’m often told to make lifestyle changes that feel unrealistic or unsustainable for me given my mental health struggles. It leaves me feeling like I’m failing at something that was never designed with people like me with disabilities in mind. I want to be clear that I’m not trying to make excuses, be helpless, or give up entirely. I have tried to advocate for myself and seek help. But at this point, I just feel so exhausted. Managing my mental health alone already feels like a full-time job. I am also extremely worried about the idea of going back on birth control. I’m scared it might trigger another depressive episode, and I’m already so overwhelmed taking multiple medications. I know it might not necessarily “damage” my body to combine them, but the fear is still there, especially since I’ve had a negative experience before. On top of all that, healthcare is expensive, and constantly seeking consultations, tests, and treatments just isn’t sustainable for me right now. So where I’ve landed, at least for now, is prioritizing my mental health and protecting my peace—even if that means unintentionally neglecting my PCOS. But at the same time, I do have this lingering worry in the back of my mind about not having a period for so long and what that could mean long-term. I guess what I’m really asking is: Has anyone else reached a point where they felt like they couldn’t actively manage their PCOS anymore? How do you deal with the guilt or fear that comes with that? And are there ways to approach this that don’t feel as overwhelming or all-or-nothing? I’d really appreciate any perspectives, especially from people who also deal with mental health challenges alongside PCOS. Thank you for reading. submitted by /u/dimsumllama to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

im extremely fearful that i have pcos, but idk if im just over-examining myself, or if i have actual symptoms, so for the people who have it, what gave it away? submitted by /u/tiredblk to r/WomensHealth [link] [comments]

I never thought I could love my aggressively spicy Chip more than I already do but he literally saved me from going into cardiac arrest last night. I have a fun variety of health issues I’ve recently developed and am seeing new doctors for. My immune system is awful and I probably have IBS on top of PCOS (recently diagnosed) on top of various other inherited heart issues. I’m a chronically ill girly in my 30s. I recently came down with the flu (for the 12th time in my life) Thursday before last after having a gnarly bought of food poisoning the week prior. I have not been able to eat a full meal of solid food in almost two weeks and if I did it would immediately pass through. That’s not so great when you already struggle to retain nutrients and are losing electrolytes as fast as you ingest them on the daily. I finally ate some chicken and potatoes yesterday but my body rejected it immediately so I stuck with my trusty electrolyte drinks and crackers but that wouldn’t even stay in me for more than 10 minutes at a time. Around 4 pm I felt so tired after doing literally nothing all day so I took a nap and I felt my hand cramping. I thought nothing of it but my boy Chip felt differently. He kept jumping and clawing at my legs and aggressively trying to bite my hands for about 3 hours until I fully woke up to my legs all scratched up. He continued to claw and jump on me with all his might until 11:30 pm when my hands and lips suddenly locked up and my chest got tight. I was more or less experiencing the symptoms of a stroke. It happened very fast but I was still able to call my mom who lives less than 5 min from me. She brought me to the ER and they said I had severe hypomagnesemia and hypokalemia and if I didn’t leave when I did I would have likely gone into cardiac arrest bc my electrolyte levels were so dangerously low. I feel bad for being so annoyed with him in the moment, but he never gave up and has been glued to my side since I’ve been home continuing to lightly claw me every now and then to make sure I’m still okay. Moral of this long poorly written story is, listen to your crazy cats when they start acting crazier than normal and don’t just rely on Gatorade/pedialyte to fix everything. submitted by /u/dust_cakes to r/orangecats [link] [comments]

What are some symptoms that you didn't know were pcos related? I'll go first.I am always tired, no matter how much I sleep and I also have really bad back pain and brain fog. submitted by /u/Material_Dirt_6349 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

never got the “stereotypical” symptoms as such like acne, oily skin, hair loss but recently I’m spottier than I’ve ever been, I literally cannot lose weight and my hair isn’t growing (used to grow very fast) I have made radical lifestyle changes too!? submitted by /u/thebutterflyandlion to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

Feeling so grateful! submitted by /u/Bipolar-Wildflower to r/Zepbound [link] [comments]

This is so frustrating. I used to follow her advice for insulin resistance and it actually helped me. And then she says PCOS IS A SYMPTOM. PCOS CAN BE REVERSED. As if there isn’t enough misinformation out there, we have yet another wellness advocate with >6M followers spreading BS. Her video isn’t completely BS but those statements are wrong enough that I wouldn’t want her talking about PCOS at all. Do better. Video : https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU8y9ONAvJR submitted by /u/mathsank to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

​ I have PCOS and I’ve been trying to lose weight for almost 6 years now. I’ve tried multiple things, strict dieting (even unhealthy restriction at times), exercising, walking regularly, eating healthy, and metformin. I do lose some weight, but I always come back to this one particular weight and get stuck there. Lately, I’m just exhausted. I feel lethargic all the time, low energy, no interest in much. I’m honestly losing the will to keep trying. For women who successfully lost weight with PCOS: What actually worked for you? Did your facial/body hair reduce? Did hyperpigmentation improve? Did your mental health get better? Do you feel more energetic now? How hard is it to maintain the weight long-term? I know that's lot of questions but I am just trying to find someone who gets it. coz I am just tired of this submitted by /u/Own-Lime-4008 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

This is not a question. It is a warning. No one talks about the risks of not having a period. I see too many posts on here saying that individuals haven't had a period in months or years. Not shedding your lining can increase the risk of endrometrial cancer. I was one of those people. I didn't have a period for over a year and a half and I was thankful. Then I started bleeding old blood. Tests later i had hyperplasia (precancer symptom). I was lucky, it wasn't cancer yet. Then I began treatment to get rid of the hyperplasia. This is different if you're on birth control but please keep going for your smear/pap tests and keep note of anything unusual. If you're not getting a period naturally you need to talk to your doctor. They can give you medication to induce a period. You should have at least 4 periods a year to make sure the lining is shedding. Please share this with any other PCOS ladies. Educate your daughters. It could save their life. EDITS for clarification: If you're on birth control your lining should stay thin therefore doesn't need to shed so you are at a low risk but it is still important to track any changes and have regular smear tests. Your period should happen at least 4 times a year, spread over the year e.g. March, June, September, December NOT Jan, Feb, March, April. You don't have to go on birth control to prevent this. Some people really hate BC and the side effects. However your doctor can give you medication to induce a period every 3 months minimum to help prevent the risk. THANK YOU to everyone that has interacted, helped spread more information and advised each other. I really believe this is what these groups are about 🩵 submitted by /u/KoraLily to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

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I am NOT OOP, OOP is u/totallydiagnosingyou Originally posted to r/AITAH AITA for not telling my family about my pregnancy? Trigger Warnings: pregnancy complications, adoption struggles, possible religious abuse Original Post: October 27, 2025 I (40F) just recently found out that I am pregnant. Like... 8 months pregnant at this point. My fiancé (40M) and I weren't ever planning on having children. I have never wanted kids of my own and have always been up-front about this with my family and friends. Due to a series of bizarre medical events, I ended up pregnant despite long-term use of very effective (for me) birth control. I didn't know because a medication masked basically all the symptoms of early pregnancy. It was a fluke that I found out at 28 weeks -- and it wasn’t a happy surprise. I spent several days in complete hysterics. Now, a month later, I have come to terms for the most part. At this point there's nothing to do but finish this strange and unplanned journey. My fiancé and I have decided to pursue adoption through a very good agency. We're doing all the right things for the baby medically and we think we're doing the right thing with the adoption as well. We believe that kids deserve a family who is excited for them and delighted by them... and we can't give this child that experience. Here's where we may be AHs. We have told only the people closest to us about the pregnancy and our plans. This includes our closest friends and confidants... but only includes two members of my family, namely two that I thought would support us without pressuring us to do anything aside from what we've chosen. We're both close to my family as a whole, but they can be... pushy. The other members of my extended family are very religious and honestly pretty judgmental. I think they would probably "mean well" but would actually end up stressing both myself and my fiancé out during a time that's already stressful. Of course, this means shutting them out of everything. No part in the birth, no information about the adoption, nothing. I know this would hurt them if they knew, but I think protecting my peace is priority right now. EDIT TO ANSWER SOME COMMON QUESTIONS: 1) My fiancé and I are seeing and will continue to see a counselor to help us navigate this process and make the best decisions for ourselves and the baby. 2) No, we are not going to let anyone in our family adopt our child. I don't think that would be the best decision for anyone for MANY reasons. 3) I didn't ask if I was the AH for choosing adoption and I'm not interested in opinions on this. It isn't an easy decision but it's the one we've come to. Please stick to the topic. 4) We are NOT planning to keep this a secret from these parts of our families forever. We as a couple who is going through an extremely stressful time want time to get through the last few weeks of my pregnancy, the birth, and the post partum processing that we need. We're super aware of DNA testing and how secrets work, in that they don't. Once we have some room to breathe, we'll sit everyone down and explain our decisions. But months 8-9 of a high risk pregnancy isn't the time to have my very religious family members breathing down my neck. AITAH has no consensus bot, OOP was NTA Editor's note: OOP made lots of responses to the comments, I am posting top common questions asked and responses Relevant Comments OOP responds on how she felt when she found out about her pregnancy late and the missed symptoms OOP: Oh my goodness. I lost my shit finding out at 28 weeks, and I only found out because I was having Braxton-Hicks (without knowing what it was) and went for a CT to rule out a kidney stone. I can't imagine only having 11 days to process. I'm due in December and even that seems ridiculously soon, especially with all the high risk stuff (because 40 is a geriatric pregnancy, luckily there don't seem to be any genetic issues!) Commenter 1: If you are arranging an adoption without any further contact for you with the baby then there is no point telling family. This is a least said, soonest mended situation. OOP: We're still making those decisions. If we do have contact, we will sit down both of our extended families and tell them. OOP getting counseling in order to help with processing the life situation especially with her pregnancy and telling the families OOP: We're definitely doing counseling with the agency and will continue after the birth and adoption! And we've discussed the eventual need to have the conversation with the family. Right now is just not the time. The two family members who do know understand the reasons we're keeping it quiet and won't tell anyone until we're ready, whenever that is. OOP explains how her birth control failed though and ending up getting pregnant OOP: I started taking Mounjaro for diabetes. Prior to this I had been told at like age 15 that I have severe PCOS and would have a really hard time conceiving. Even so, I started the Depo Provera shot and have taken it religiously for years and years because I didn't want to risk it. But GLP-1 drugs lower insulin resistance AND the efficacy of birth control. None of my doctors warned me, and since I never missed a shot none of them did a pregnancy test. And I don't menstruate because of the depo, so I wasn't concerned. I was also actively losing weight until this month because of the Mounjaro. Pregnancy literally never crossed my mind. + Yeah, my endocrinologist told me AFTER I found out I was 28 weeks pregnant, "oh yeah, GLP-1 babies are a whole thing." No one mentioned that my hormonal birth control would basically become useless or that I would suddenly become more fertile because my insulin resistance and weight would drop. (editor's note: GLP-1 is a medication that manages type 2 diabetes and obesity by helping control the blood sugar levels, slow the emptying of the stomach, and regulate hunger.) OOP responds to a long comment regarding her life experiences growing up and family background OOP: It isn't so much that I think i wouldn't be a good parent. I adopted my stepson when he was 8 and did an okay job if I say so myself. There's just a lot in my life right now that isn't compatible with a baby. I have a hectic and demanding job, our financial situation would be heavily strained. I have a lovely family that would try to support me in the best way they could, but probably would not be able to actually help much. And while I had a good childhood, I'm rather like my own mother and would probably provide a CHAOTIC childhood for my daughter, which wouldn't be ideal. I know; I had one. Weird, messy, still full of love but not what I want for my baby. I'm sorry for the experience you had. Maybe one day your daughter will come around. Until then, I see you doing your best, and I admire how hard you tried. OOP on sharing the necessary medical information in case if she and her fiancé decides to go through with the adoption for the child OOP: We've definitely provided as much family medical information as possible to the agency and agreed that it all can be shared. We're still deciding on how much we're okay with being involved with the adoptive family, but we definitely don't want to make things harder for them by withholding anything important! OOP explains more about her fiancé’s and her background and how they plan to handle the (closed/open) adoption OOP: My fiancé is also adopted. And I'm a professional therapist who works with kids who have experienced all manner of traumas. There are definitely ways to handle adoption that are healthy for the child, and the agency we're working in specializes in that. "We wanted you to have a life that we couldn't give you" definitely isn't the same as "eww, a baby would cramp my style." + Our agency’s been really great about explaining all our options for involvement and contact with the baby and the adoptive family, and we're still sorting it out but we're open to it! OOP on the plans after the birth OOP: A vasectomy is definitely in the plan, as is tubal ligation for me. Hormonal birth control is definitely not enough. I would not keep this from my/his parents. His have been told, and unfortunately my mom died when I was in my early 20s. We're not telling members of our extended family yet because we don't want the stress or drama right now. OOP on why she does not want the baby to be adopted into the family OOP: I love my family, don't get me wrong, but I don't think they would raise a daughter in a way I would agree with -- I'm with you there, totally. Religious beliefs, being SUPER conservative in ways I wouldn't be able to stomach... nope. Absolutely not. The agency that we're working with gives basically ALL the control to us as the birth parents. We get full and extensive profiles of potential families, we can interview them, we decide how involved they are before and during birth and while we're at the hospital. We decide how much contact with the child and the adoptive family we have after the papers are signed. That's why we've chosen this agency in particular. So we can try to do the absolute best we can for our baby. OOP on her fiancé being supportive OOP: Tbh if we weren't on the same page, we wouldn't be partners anymore. He has been super supportive and very attentive though. Doesn't miss a single appointment even though there are SO MANY, talks about everything with me even though it's hard for him, caters to me at home while the third trimester is kicking my ass. I'm very very fortunate to have him.   Update: November 17, 2025 (three weeks later) Update: AITA for not telling my family about my pregnancy? Hello everyone, I recently posted about my (40F) unplanned pregnancy and how I didn't want to tell certain members of my family because we (myself & my 40M fiancé) had decided to pursue an adoption. Due to medical complications, our baby ended up being born at 35 weeks. Luckily we were able to get to the amazing hospital with the specialists that we needed prior to her delivery. We had a little girl, and from the time they laid her on my chest in the delivery room, I knew I was in trouble. So after a LOT of talking between my fiancé and myself, we've decided not to go through with the adoption and instead to keep our baby. We're a stable couple with good jobs, reliable housing, and a great support system, so we're equipped to do this. And yes, I've finished notifying all my family members. They all took it very well, considering the circumstances. Relevant Comments Commenter 1: Congratulations on your baby! I'm glad you three have a good support system to help you. OOP: We're very, very blessed. Thank you so much. Commenter 2: NTA. This was a private matter in your own relationship. Nobody had to know if you didnt wish so. Im glad everyone took it well. OOP: We intended to tell them after the fact, but were really too stressed to deal with it at the time. Now we just get to tell them happy news, so I think it's much more palatable! Commenter 3: That's an awesome update. My dad and 2/3 of my grandkids are adopted so I'm all about that, but it is so much better if a baby can stay with their bio parents. if they can and are able to love and provide for them. Congratulations! OOP: My fiancé was himself adopted by a wonderful family, and he had a great upbringing as a result. So it wasn't like a terrible option, but now it just isn't something we can do. Thank you for your well-wishes! OOP on feeling if she was an asshole? OOP: A fair number of people on Reddit did. My aunt definitely had some issues with being the last to know, and a couple of other family members let me know that they didn't think delaying telling certain people was a good idea. OOP explains her thoughts when she was considering the adoption before the birth OOP: Yeah, when I found out I was pregnant at 28 weeks, I also found out I had zero options. I was panicked and emotionally overwhelmed, and also feeling horrible physically. I wasn't okay, and if I had stayed that way I think adoption would have been the right choice for the baby. But I got a lot better as I had some time to work through things. And now when I look at her, I just feel so much love. How can I give up something so precious? + My age was a factor, and that I never wanted kids of my own. The way I found out was also pretty traumatic, as I felt like I was trapped with no options. The circumstances were just bad. I spent a lot of time with it, of course, and I calmed down and thought a lot. OOP on who she told about the baby and the boundaries OOP: At this point I've told all my family members and we've announced to friends. We do have some people weirdly popping up who aren't going to be allowed access to us or our baby -- they're classic narcissists, so that's a hard no.   DO NOT COMMENT IN LINKED POSTS OR MESSAGE OOPs – BoRU Rule #7 THIS IS A REPOST SUB - I AM NOT OOP submitted by /u/Choice_Evidence1983 to r/BestofRedditorUpdates [link] [comments]

Hey everyone. I’m new to this topic. My doctor just told me that he suspects I might have PCOS. I want to know what are your symptoms that led to the diagnosis. submitted by /u/nataliap248 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone who’s feeling as lost as I was. I’ve had pretty bad PCOS for a while. I was diagnosed about a year ago and was immediately put on Metformin, Spironolactone, and birth control - all quickly increased to the highest doses. Despite that, I was gaining weight for no reason. I was eating healthy, exercising, and doing everything “right,” but I was always bloated, tired, sick, and in pain. I saw multiple doctors - gynecologists, endocrinologists - to rule out anything else. Every one of them told me my bloodwork lined up with PCOS and to just “stay consistent” because things would improve eventually. But they didn’t. I felt awful. I would cry constantly, hate how I looked, and feel hopeless because nothing was working. Finally, I saw a new endocrinologist who suggested that even if my diet seemed fine, I should see a nutritionist - because sometimes “healthy” foods can still impact PCOS symptoms. That advice changed everything. About a month ago, I started seeing a nutritionist who literally saved my life. She looked at my diet and told me that many of the foods I thought were helping - meat, cheese, beans, soy, legumes, carbs, fats, even certain proteins - were actually making things worse for me. She explained that some foods cause glucose spikes, others are high in estrogen (like soy), and many are just harder for women with PCOS to process. She put me on a very simple plan: • Lots of vegetables • Low-sugar fruits (apples, berries and grapefruit only) • Eggs, chicken, and fish • Fermented foods (pickles, kimchi, sauerkraut • Quinoa • Dark chocolate That’s it. And when I tell you I feel like a new person - I mean it. In just 3.5 weeks, I’ve lost 15 pounds, my bloating disappeared, my period was super light, my headaches stopped, and my inflammation is gone. Most importantly, my mental health has completely turned around. Aside from the weight, my skin has never been more clear, my hirsutism has became much lighter, my sleep is so much better, and the food noise is gone. I used to post here all the time asking for help, feeling like I’d never figure it out. Now, for the first time in months, I feel happy, healthy, and hopeful again. If you’re struggling - please know that what works for one person might not work for another. But finding the right support (for me, that was a nutritionist) can make all the difference. 💛 Edit: here is a sample of what I eat Breakfast 9am: hard boiled eggs/omelette/or berry smoothie with water. Snack 1 10am: 1/2 grapefruit/berries/veggies Snack 2 11am: Apple sauce Lunch 12pm: spaghetti squash with oil and oregano/chicken salad/egg salad/soups/salmon quinoa bowl (quinoa is okay, rice isn't)/tuna salad on a pepper/ cauliflower rice stir fry/ chicken tacos/shakshuka/chicken fajitas Snack 3 2pm: veggies and guac/salsa Snack 4 4pm: popcorn/corn tortilla chips Dinner 6-7pm: basically any of the lunches Snack 5 8-9pm: dark chocolate with berries submitted by /u/Willing-Definition28 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

So often I see something about living with pcos and what things are actually symptoms and each time it’s like adding a piece to the puzzle. Things that I thought everyone had to deal with were really symptoms. It’s blows my mind every time. It makes sense now why I couldn’t figure out how other people dealt with some of these things and never showed it. It’s feel dumb looking back but there was really no way I could have known. submitted by /u/ProfessionalBoss3772 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

I tried to take birth control and went from having my period every second month to once a year horrifying. I went to Greece two years ago, mind you I was eating good not restricting my diet what so ever but also did lots of walking. Boom I got my period back for three months in a row, more regular than ever. Came back to Canada period was regular for a year. The blood tests do not pick up PCOS I was in remission. Lost over 15 pounds in three months. After a year and a bit, my condition regressed and it got worse again. I grew some chin hair and regained my weight. I am now in Greece two years later again and I kid you not after having no period for 7 months boom I got it again! I’m starting to believe they are poisoning our food from spilling pesticides onto food. Not to mention the meat having full hormones. “Pesticides can be applied from the air, a method often referred to as aerial spraying or crop dusting. This practice is used in various situations, including controlling mosquito populations and treating agricultural crops.” Since some people think I’m lying search Google, it’s not that hard. I’m looking to move here in a couple years as it’s where my family in from. It’s insane I have heard similar stories from women in Japan or other countries with better food. submitted by /u/Educational-Bit-5207 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

I have been diagnosed with a mountain of different illnesses including: PANDAS disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, ocd, anxiety (of many kinds) PMDD etc.. I’m wondering if my issues are more simplified. I do have some signs of pcos so I am wondering if I simply have pcos and ocd… So my question to you all is what were some of the signs in the beginning that you had pcos? I’m basically looking to see if my symptoms are worth looking into pcos or if I really do have just a wild amount of health issues.. Thanks! submitted by /u/sage_and_sea to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

I find it so hard to deal with acne and weight gain. submitted by /u/get_set_go23 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

I’m curious, what were some signs/symotoms of PCOS that you didn’t know were PCOS? (Like symptoms or signs NOT part of the diagnostic criteria). Edit: 38f being told I have PCOS. Been on BC for 20+ years. Have had ovarian cysts before and cystic acne. Have been off pill for 1.5 months. Symptoms like raging mood swings, OILY skin/hair (oily face, chest and back but everything else is dry AF). Itchy AF. Really weird periods. Weight gain (but NOT insulin resistance. High cholesterol (both LDL and HDL despite working out 4-5 times a week and eating clean) Do I have PCOS? submitted by /u/Affectionate_Law_987 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

PCOS is NOT fully understood. Increased levels of androgens in women can come in different ways. Facts: 1. the development of insulin resistance can cause PCOS. Plenty of data shows insulin resistance increases testosterone and causes ovarian cysts high Testosterone can ON ITS OWN have Metabolic impact of androgen excess can lead to insulin resistance by decreasing insulin sensitivity, increase inflammation, amongst other things…like WEIGHT GAIN. LINK TO PAPER SHOWING THIS IS BELOW High testosterone can happen because of genetics. It’s not ONLY developed from insulin resistance or weight gain!!! This disease isn’t fully understood and I wish I had known years ago that my PCOS symptoms were not only not my fault, but that This isn’t a simple “eat right and exercise will fix you”. Sometimes it is—- and you should be able to tell if that would solve your problem if you gained a weight and all of a sudden started to experience hormonal issues. But for a lot of us, this has been a life long thing. Sharing this because these are facts— and the sooner we recognize that diet and exercise DOESNT ALWAYS FIX EVERYTHING, and the narrative that is does is rooted in societal dysfunction where women are supposed to hate themselves if their bodies aren’t of a certain size, and weight is 100% determined by how good of a person you are, by how driven you are, by how smart and hard working you are. We are not all the same. EDIT: adding another study link: [ ] Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders characterized by androgen excess, oligo-ovulation and polycystic ovaries. Although ovaries are the main source of increased androgens in the syndrome, between 20 and 30% of patients with PCOS have adrenal androgen (AA) excess,…. The mechanisms of these abnormalities are unclear although AA excess in PCOS is likely a complex trait, modulated by both intrinsic and acquired factors. ….The production of AAs in response to ACTH appears to be closely related to altered factors regulating glucose-mediated glucose disposal, increased peripheral metabolism of cortisol, and to a less extent to the effects of extra-adrenal androgens, insulin resistance, hyperinsulinemia or obesity. Finally, DHEAS levels and the response of AAs to ACTH are relatively constant over time and are closely correlated between PCOS patients and their siblings suggesting that this abnormality is an inherited trait in PCOS. ——- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17932770/ Metabolic dysfunction in polycystic ovary syndrome: Pathogenic role of androgen excess and potential therapeutic strategies Miguel A Sanchez-Garrido et al. Mol Metab. 2020 May. submitted by /u/Aggravating_Diet_704 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

Hirsutism Hair Loss Acne Subfertility Weight Gain / Obesity Irregular Periods Heavy Periods Acanthosis Nigricans (dark, thick velvety skin in body folds and creases) Fatigue 10.Depression, Anxiety, &/or Other Mental Health Illnesses 11.Other (please specify in the comments!) I’ll go first… mine is acne. It’s so stubborn, I’ve been struggling with it for over 4 years now and can’t seem to get my skin clear for long. Also, drop any treatments or things that have worked for you… if any 🫡 submitted by /u/Sweet-n-salty8 to r/PCOS [link] [comments]

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Hi all! Quick question - what are symptoms of PCOS that you experience/d which are not necessarily listed as a symptom online? When searching for symptoms of PCOS, only the most general symptoms come up on most sites, but I know there are other side effects/health issues that also goes with it - for example IBS / Dry hair, skin and nails / Hypothyroidism and so on. EDIT: Woow, thanks everyone for commenting, it's great to see women being so supportive of eachother! So, the reason I asked about symptoms is because I haven't been officially diagnosed with PCOS. I recently went to a dietitian due to my weight issues and she suggested that I have it checked out because that could be a contributing factor because I have Hypothyroidism (and apparently those two are closely connected) and my diet seemed pretty healthy to her. I was Googling symptoms and I thought if all the other issues I have could be explained by PCOS, I finally found out what is wrong with me. But I am also terrified if I don't have PCOS, because then I am back to square one. I have a lot of other health problems, to the point that my husband jokes that I am a hypochondriac because there's ALWAYS something. Here's a quick breakdown: Chronic headaches and the occasional migraine. Thin paper-like fingernails (toes are fine like I see many of you ladies mentioning). Hair is thin and brittle, and ends up a matted nest if I don't sleep with my hair in a bun. Dry patches of skin in my face, that grows by size. No amount of urea cream, anti-fungal cream, exfoliation or treatment really help at all. IBS Sleep apnea Chronic fatigue Insomnia Depression and anxiety Heat intolerance. I'm constantly getting hot and I need a fan with me at all times. Extremely bad excessive sweating from head to toe. It only started about 4 years ago and it just gets worse and worse to the point where I don't enjoy doing things I used to anymore because I'm constantly drenched in sweat. Just walking through a grocery store leaves me looking worse than marathon runners at the finish line. To those who don't sweat at all, you ladies have no idea how lucky you are :) Heavy periods that can last longer than 2 weeks, I have to use the huge tampons and pads and I still bleed through my clothing on a regular basis. Very bad period pains. Trouble focussing. Super fast weight gain. I was always the skinny teenager, with almost no boobs or any obvious female attributes. Weight gain started in my early 20s, my boobs started to get bigger and I've gained over 40kgs since then (I am now 33) I've been to so many doctors about this, all just telling me to eat less and exercise more without knowing what my diet is like or how often I work out. Plus it's my whole body - literally every part of me gained so much weight, even my earlobes and my fingers. Hypothyroidism And omg the throat gurgling thing blew my mind because I have that too and it's so weird to see you guys mentioning it! It almost feels like constant peristalsis of my esophagus, which causes little bubbles and stuff to come up? And it's not always, just sometimes, usually after eating something. Can sometimes feel sort of painful and it feels like food is pushed back up. Almost no apetite, and I start feeling nauseous before I start feeling hungry. Dry mouth. Pains in the uterus area all throughout the month. I sometimes get an intense stabbing pain in my left side when I urinate during my period. Sex can be painful if my period ended recently. Almost no sex drive. I do take contraceptives and antidepressants, so I'm not sure if it's that perhaps. So yeah.... at this moment I feel so defeated by all of this, some things I can tolerate but the constant weight gain and sweating is getting to me the most :( I have made a gynae appointment, so holding thumbs that I can figure out what's going on and find some sort of relief and get my health in check. Thanks for reading this long-ass edit! Xoxo submitted by /u/Cheddar_Noodle to r/PCOS [link] [comments]