If you mainly have insulin resistance then BCP will do nothing for that, in fact, it may make your insulin resistance worse. Also, I find that BCP make me gain weight (usually between 5-25 pounds depending on the brand) and I work out 4/5 times a week hardcore. Kat has posted some great links in the forum about BCP and why women with PCOS should not be on it long time and how BCP makes your more insulin resistant. I can attest to that--- when I am BCP my blood sugar swings more and I have a hard time controlling my blood glucose.
I personally would recommend Metformin over BCP if you are looking to control those two main things-- insulin resistance and weight gain. BCP will make you regular, reduce your risk of cysts, and can lower testosterone... but that is it.
I personally am on Metformin for blood glucose/insulin resistance control and BCP to reduce my testosterone (acne/hair growth) and to prevent pregnancy. So I would go for either Metformin or Metformin with BCP.
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Thin Cyster Age: 25 BMI:19 Not TTC
PhD Student in Social, Ethical, Political, and Cultural Thought at Virginia Tech.
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Meds
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, 500mg XR Fortamet, Elavil 5mg
Symptoms
Pre-diabetes, Hirsutism, Acne, Anxiety
Other Issues
IBS, Teeth Grinding, Migraines
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