I finally have a definitive diagnosis that I have been trying to get for the last year. In a way I am glad, On Dec 10th I finaly got to see a Reproductive Endocronologist. He said based on my history it seemed like a good diagnosis, they did an ultrasound and I was mystified to see and be told some things. He put me on yaz and spironolactone, I still need to get blood work done to check my insulin levels. However I have all the dark patches and skin tags, just need the blood work confirmation.
I am glad as I said to have a diagnosis, I don't feel as negative, however on the other hand I really wanted someone to tell me "you're just overweight, get on a diet and excersize, you'll loose weight. you're healthy". I wasn't told this, but it was no surprize.
I am looking forward to starting the new year out on a good foot with chances of making myself look and feel better than I have for years.
Thanks for reading, I'll be around I'm sure.
I suppose I should do more of an introduction.....I'm 23 y/o married, no children. I've many many hobbies, most are historically based. We live in Ohio and have a few fur babies. I "self diagnosed" years ago after a dear friend of mine was possibly diagnosed. The doctor was able to trace my syptoms back to being around the age of 16-17 y/o. I wish I knew then what I know now. I'm planning on writing a story in the life story area, I think I have a lot to share.
I'm an EMT student, current nurse's assistant. My life revolves around work, school, and hubby (who is a stay at home dad due to the economic downturn). We're not thinking of TTC for awhile, the diagnosis has somewhat discouraged any thoughts I have had. I've been struggling with the depression side of this since the diagnosis. I really didn't want to get this. Although I somewhat feel better about life in general, I guess if I was totally pleased I wouldn't have been seeking out this forum. I plan on going to the library tomorrow to get some information on the IR diet, I think I could really benefit from this.
Anyway, now that I've rambled on I am glad I have found this forum. Seeing the videos and pictures of other girls who look like me and struggle with the same things as I gives me support that I am not alone.
Thanks girls.
Diagnosis....finally.... 
there is a link to the newbie roadmap in my siggie for you
