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Originally Posted by growlycat
Hi Glomingone!
I have had PCOS since my 20's and my condition was actually not picked up by my primary care doctor, but my dermatologist!!! All the things you describe do align with PCOS. I really believe there is a link to PCOS and diabetes. I was pre-dibatic for years then I was over the blood glucose tipping point at age 35.
Losing weight has been a big struggle, even with regular exercise. However, getting my blood sugar down seems to help with all symptoms. If my sugar levels are normal, so is my period.
The one frustrating thing I have found is that dr.'s, including endocrinologists, don't really help you manage it unless you are trying to get pregnant. What if I just want to be healthy? Dr's like prescribing the pill but I can't take it due to severe reactions to progestins (bruising etc)
I hope you find a great dr. It makes a difference. Makes me mad to think that a dr doesn't "deal with women's issues".
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Thanks for answering! The biggest thing I worry about is lack of support from my medical team. Will the gynecologist listen? Will she order the tests? If it is PCOS, will she do anything about it?
I'm also worried they'll tell me I'm too old to have PCOS, but these symptoms have shown up gradually over the past five years. I've read it's rare to develop it this late, but possible.
My health has deteriorated so much. I seriously don't even recognize myself when I look at pictures taken five years ago. No acne, slim, healthy. My exercise regime and diet haven't changed much, so where did these 40 pounds come from???
Anyway, thanks so much for your reply! I can't wait to see my doctor on Friday.
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