I am new to this board and diagnosis. I was just wondering if most people see a specialist after they are diagnosed or continue to see their family doctor. I know it depends on how often your doctor has treated PCOS. But I was just wondering the overall thoughts?
Thanks
noonan
I've never seen a specialist. I guess if I was trying to conceive I might, but otherwise I've never felt the need, my GP has been supportive and provided me with all the info so far and I'm satisfied with that.
__________________
Diagnosed Aug 2005. Symptoms: No periods, obese, excessive hair
Fit Cyster! -Loving To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. !
Currently doing To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. + extra cardio & core work.
Finished my BSc (Nutrition),
Almost finished BCom (Economics)
Hi!
My primary care doctor sent me to a specialist for treatment, once she suspected PCOS. I now see a Reproductive Endocrinologist, even though I am not TTC (in fact, I'm done having children).
So now, I have a regular doctor, a gyn AND an RE. For me, this works. I know plenty of women on this board have had great success being treated by just their Primary Care.
If you suspect that you may need other options, opinions etc that your primary care cannot provide, then I would ask for a referral to an Gyn, or an RE.
Good Luck!
Amanda
__________________ Me (32) DH (31)
DD (4) DS (1)
DX 7/2006
My 2007 Resolution: EXERCISE! (Please encourage me!)
"If we meet no gods, it is because we harbor none." Ralph Waldo Emerson
Last edited by brown092901; 04-14-2007 at 09:43 AM.
Reason: Why can't I spell????
I also see a reproductive endo. My gp really dont have a clue about pcos. So all my pcos probs i go and see my re.
__________________ Lisa 33 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Renee (Nay) 27
dx PCOS 1993
dx IR 2004
Dx 2007 type 2 diabetes
metformin 1500mgs
Rainbow Cyster
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
I see a gyno and a GP, but for my PCOS I go to an endochronologist. I think she has a much better grasp on everything than any gyno or GP I've never known. I feel much better seeing her about my PCOS, since she specializes in endochronology, than my gyno or GP because they don't regularly treat patients about their PCOS
__________________ Previously on Met, currently on Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Spiro, and cinnamon
Specialist (endocrinologist to be exact) for PCOS, family doctor I only ever see for miscellaneous medical problems such as when I have a mild illness or need a vaccine. My personal opinion is that a family doctor doesn't have enough specialized training to know how to properly treat a condition that requires life long care like PCOS.
I see a gyno for my PCOS, I think that he's got an interest in it as last time I saw him he recruited me into a study he was doing on PCOS and insulin resistance. Saying that though, I see my consultant every six months (minimum) so anything that crops up between appointments I have to go to my GP.
__________________
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. I'd give up chocolate, but I'm no quitter.
I am not disorganized, I have anti-systematic methodology disorder.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
Hi
I like my family doctor for my diabetes, she offered to send me to an endo but I didn't think I needed to since she said she does know a fair bit about diabetes because she has it in her family. She also talked to me about PCOS the first visit, without prompting, and put me on the meds right away, but she has focused on my diabetes right now because of the levels I am showing. I've finished with having kids and I'm almost 50 and I'd rather concentrate on the one thing right now.
If I find she doesn't help me when I do ask I will ask for a referral. I'm not afraid to ask for other doctors when I feel I need them with her. She's a great doctor and I am positive she wouldn't hesitate to help me find a good specialist. She knows about the negligent doctors I've had in the past, so I am sure she will want to help me.
I would recommend that you ask your family doctor whether they feel they are equipped to help you or not. Some doctors may be happy to research it so they can treat you properly I expect.
Good luck with your decision. Fuzzy Bear
__________________ *Treat People the way You want to be treated*
Me (Sharon) 51 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
DH (Michael) 53
DS #3 - 17 (last one at home!)
I control my diabetes.
It does NOT control ME! ask me how!
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
Metformin XR
Effexor & Wellbutrin
Remeron
Coversyl
Lipitor
Mirapex
Aldactone
Lantis long acting Insulin
NovaRapid short acting Insulin when I need it.
Oh, Yeah, and I have a Huge collection of Teddy Bears!! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
I see a RE (reproductive endocrinologist) for the PCOS, OB-GYN for the yearly check-ups, & have a PCP (primary care physician). If you have been diagnosed or are seeking a diagnosis for possible PCOS, I would recommend you see a RE. And, I would keep your PCP for other health concerns (cold, flus, 'cooties' , etc.), then see your OB-GYN for the PAP & other related yearly checks.
__________________ Peace be with you all To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
No more Pampered Chef To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
I'm helping a friend with her business:
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
Just a gardening-chef-domestic engineer-SAHM who helps out in DS's school just about everyday (I'm there for the big bucks -LOL! )
I am new to this board and diagnosis. I was just wondering if most people see a specialist after they are diagnosed or continue to see their family doctor. I know it depends on how often your doctor has treated PCOS. But I was just wondering the overall thoughts?
Thanks
noonan
I saw a family Dr for about a year. I finally made the switch to a reproductive endo. She is much more educated and has done more to solve my problems.
__________________ 1500mg Met/daily
(among many other things)
Gina 24 and Daniel 24
Married since 03/20/2004 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
ttc #1 since 1/2005
2 furbabies Capone my cuddly Rottweiler and Booger my cat.
Keep positive thoughts because your mind is stronger at healing than any medication you can take. Believe in yourself to heal and you will start seeing a difference.
I see an Endo and both an RE and OBGYN at a fertility clinic.
My family doctor doesn't know much about PCOS and will always defer to me. I can go in and ask to try a new med and he'll write it up for me. I heart him
__________________ TTC #1 since 10/05.
February 2008: M/C - 8w1d (fetal bradycardia)
March 2009: chemical pg. Out of options, out of hope. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
I am not insulin resistant or trying to conceive.
I see an Endocrinologist anyway. They are the most educated about PCOS.
PCOS can have long term effects if left untreated or not properly treated.
HTH
__________________ Allison
I have to exercise in the morning, before my brain figures out what the hell I am actually doing To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. . Traditional PCOS - Anovulatory, increased androgens, no insulin resistance
Medications and Supps listed on my profile.
My gyn ordered all my blood work and us, gave me provera and metformin, but also referred me to endo. I'm not happy with the endo at all, and will give him one more chance, but if i'm still not happy, i'm going to see if my gyn will treat me because he was very informative and focused on what bothered me the most, while the endo who is a pcos specialist could care less what i want and just wants to give me the most conservative treatment possible.
I just see my family doctor because she is very knowledgable and kind. I am not IR or TTC, and my symptoms are fairly mild and well-controlled. I know that when I need to I can get a referrel to a specialist, but right now, this is fine for me.
__________________
Unswerving loyalty to duty, constant devotion to truth, and a clear conscience will overcome every discouragement and surely lead the way to usefulness and high achievement.
--Grover Cleveland, but I always think that Helga Hufflepuff could have said that! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
Do you see a specialist or family doctor? 
Fuzzy Bear
, etc.), then see your OB-GYN for the PAP & other related yearly checks.
