I see Dr Paula Weadon at the moment. She's at the Ponsonby Medical Centre. She did diagnose me straight away (sent me to have an ultrasound and blood tests) but has not prescribed anything. I do feel a little bit that I need to push to get things from her. So I asked to be tested for diabetes and I am currently waiting to get my fasting glucose results. If it turns out I am IR I'll ask for metformin.
I have also found a clinic called Patient's Advocates in Tauranga. They test testosterone and progesterone levels and do over-the-phone consultations. They prescribe natural progesterone and I am keen to try that. Has anyone tried it?
Although I am thin I am currently (for the last 2 weeks) on low GI, low sugar, low carbs diet. I have noticed that I've lost my belly (all the weight I do gain tends to gather around my belly) and I am pretty sure I ovulated last month, although this was the first time I paid attention as I do get my period regularly.
I am also keen to know whether I would need a GP referral to see an endocrinologist or whether I can refer myself. These things are quite costly. Luckily I do have insurance which covers most of it. |