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12-08-2007, 10:04 PM
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Since joining, I have discovered amazing ways to treat my symptoms of PCOS. Being without health insurance for the past 1.5 yrs, you can imagine how desperate I was to find remedies.
Tips that have worked for me:
- for acne: Summer's Eve feminine wash (for sensitive skin)
- for acne: "Green" smoothies, made w/ fresh fruit, greens (preferably spinach), frozen fruit, water, and a pinch of dark brown sugar
- for amenorrhea and migraines/headaches: acupuncture
As a result of a combination of the above, my overall health, self-esteem and mood have improved immensely!
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12-09-2007, 07:11 AM
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great news that you are feeling better 
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12-09-2007, 03:22 PM
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I've never done acupuncture before. I'm terribly scared of needles. I've got a question though: Do you have to do it all the time in order to make AF come, or is it something you can do for a certain time and then the system re-adjusts automatically? In other words is it long or short-term efficient?
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12-09-2007, 08:46 PM
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Hi, flowerchild!
No, it's not a silly question at all. The needles don't hurt, for the most part. In my experience, it depends on which part of the body they're placed. Normally, I don't feel them going in because they're so tiny. The type of acupuncture treatment I recieve is Japanese-style, so the needles are restricted to the head, hands, and feet. For example, needles placed in your hand may target back pain, etc.
I go about once a week, as I was told that the more often you go, the better. The treatment is not intended to be long-term. It was explained to me that for every year of dx, there is approximately one month of acupuncture treatment. So, since I was diagnosed with PCOS about 6 yrs ago, it may take up to 6 months (more or less) before I am "finished" with my treatment. A few days ago was the first time AF has come without being induced by birth control or metformin, so I am excited and hopeful.
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12-11-2007, 06:36 AM
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That's great. Now you've also helped a newbie. I learned more about acupuncture and a new shake. Thanks. | |
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12-11-2007, 10:19 AM
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that is great news! i'm glad you've got the pcos monster under control w/some natural interventions.
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