I've been lurking on this board for several weeks now and couldn't resist joining in. I have so many symptoms of PCOS (hair loss, facial hair, irregular periods, skin tags, etc..). About 10 years ago I had a biopsy for my hair loss and was told by the dermatologist that she couldn't find any reason for it other than possible heredity but suggested that I ask my doctor to test me for PCOS. Well, I did suggest that, but it only upset the doctor. He told me that wasn't what I had and basically ended the discussion with no further testing. I was young and dumb and didn't insist on it or change doctors.
Long story short, I have lived with these symptoms for too many years. I feel like an ogre. I have a new doctor and just last week told him of my problems and asked him to test me for PCOS. He did a blood test and sent me for an ultrasound. I am currently awaiting the results.
Question: Should I stick with this doctor or ask him to refer me to an endocrinologist?
I would suggest not sticking with him if he is just a general practise doctor.... they dont know much when it comes to this stuff....
If it is PCOS start seeing an endocrinologist, or an OBGYN, someone who specialises in it.
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Metformin 1500mgs Weight Loss: 338/167/170 -171bs
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TTC again after weight loss surgery on 03/20/06.
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I agree with Darlene. If you find out it is pcos you should see a specialist. My regular doctor said I did'nt have it, but I went to my obgyn last week because of 2 missed periods ( 2 Neg. preg tests) and she told me that she thought I had pcos. So I am waiting on test results too. I have suspected something was wrong with me for a while. ( irregular periods, weight around middle, excess hair, skin tags, mood swings like crazy.) Good luck to you.
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Thanks. He called Friday with the blood test results and did tell me that my testosterone levels were high and my results were "consistant with pcos". When I told him I'd already had the ultrasound at the imaging center, he said he was going to track the results of that test and give me a call back. I waited until after 5 and then ran to the store thinking he wasn't going to call, but when I got home he'd left a message on the machine. Now I have to wait until Monday to find out more.
I really love this board. I cried the first time I came here because it was so wonderful to find people that have some of the same issues that I do. There arent many places you can discuss hair loss, skin tags, facial hair with other women.
I am very thankful for this board too. I am learning a lot about pcos. I have an ultrasound scheduled for tuesday. I'm nervous, but I just want to know so i can get the treatment I need.
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This is a wonderful place, you don't need to feel embarrassed about any problem you have...at least one of us has/had the same issues. Hope you find out all you need to know...but if you don't, its a great place to ask.
Take care, and welcome again.
Melissa
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I am going to start (Monday) on 500mg metformin 1 x a day for a few days and then move up to 2 x daily. I am also scheduled to meet with a dietician next Wednesday. Anyone have words of advice about this diet thing?
I got the "Insulin Resistance Diet" book and have been reading it, but am not feeling very confident. I could really use a shopping list and/or menu plan for the first couple of weeks - until I get used to making these dietary changes.
__________________ Diagnosed - 06/06/2005 Metformin 1000 mg and working my way up IR Diet
Awaiting results 
Now I have to wait until Monday to find out more. 
Hope you find out all you need to know...but if you don't, its a great place to ask. 
