Metformin Success Stories - Page 10

Amsterdam · 05-19-2007, 10:58 AM

Naomi - I have a sister with pcos. That's all I know in my family. But I read somewhere (maybe on this site - don't remember) that women with pcos often have someone in their family with diabetes and/or high blood pressure, or obesity. My mother has high blood pressure...

Kari - That is fantastic!

Hope it will work for you, too!!!

mummycat29 · 05-21-2007, 12:53 PM

Hi newbie here, does anyone know if you can ovulate without having a period? for instence if you don't have period for 6 months can you still ovulate in that time?
Thank you

Amsterdam · 05-21-2007, 03:49 PM

No, two weeks after ovulation there's always a period. The only time you don't have a period after you ovulate is when you are pregnant :-)
But you can have a period without ovulating...

PBLayzod · 05-21-2007, 04:13 PM

I've heard of a few ladies who went several months without AF, started Met, O'd, and then conceived. So, they got pregnant without having AF first.

SuzSc · 05-21-2007, 08:00 PM

I've also read that you can ovulate with a period. It's rare but it can be done. Just like you can get a period but not necessarily ovulate. The problem of course with ovulating without getting a period is that it's very hard to track unless you are charting daily.

Cheers,
Suzan

TrishainAZ · 05-21-2007, 08:29 PM

I really don't think that you can ovulate and not have a period (unless you are pregnant) You can, however, not have a period for a really long time and then ovulate and get pregnant (that's what happened to me... I had my last period in July 2002, got pregnant with my daughter (born in April 2003)and then didn't have a period and then got pregnant with my son and he was born in November 2004). You can however have anovulatory bleeding, meaning that you bleed without having ovualted first. Hope that helps. Read Taking Charge of your Fertility. Its an awesome book that really helps you learn abotu your body.

Brooke1211 · 05-22-2007, 04:04 AM

Hello,
I am 8 weeks pregnant, took Met 850 - one cycle and got pg. My doctor recommended that I get off Met (as it had done it's job) and prescribed progesterone tablets to take through the first trimester. The progesterone tablets are called Duphaston. Anyway, I have gained 10 pounds in one month on these tablets and am miserable! They make me continuously hungry!! I feel like I have no control over this situation. My doctor has advised me to stay with the progesterone tablets to ensure a healthy lining in my womb. He said that women who have PCOS sometimes do not have enought progesterone in their bodies and need a supplement. I understand all that but I'm so depressed about this sudden weight gain. Has anyone had a similar experience or have any tips on how to not eat everything in sight while pregnant and starving. I have been exercising at least 4 days a week and TRY to be mindful but when it's 3am and I'm starving sometimes my judgement is not at its best.

I appreciate whatever info you can provide.

Thanks!
Brooke

mummycat29 · 05-22-2007, 04:50 AM

Hi Everyone
Thank you for your replies to my question.
My story so far- me 29, 30 on sat :-( fiance 30, ttc number 2 for 3years 3months, diagnosed pcos 2005, 2 cycles of clomid unsuccessful not even period had to take provera. after months of fighting cons got put on met, started last week and lost 3lbs already oh and i'm overweight at 17st 4lbs. Hoping met is my miracle medication, never had regular cycles except on bcp got period last monday naturally after 7 months and started the met on cd2 so fingers crossed, it gives me hope seeing all the success stories and knowing there are people that understand what i'm going through.

Amsterdam · 05-22-2007, 10:10 AM

Brooke - I have taken Duphaston several times to get a cycle started and never experienced any of the side effects you're describing. I never had any problems with these pills. Weight gain? Continuously hungry? Sounds to me you're very pregnant. When I was 8 weeks pregnant I felt awful! Don't be so hard on yourself, you will lose the weight after your pregnancy! Just a few more weeks untill your 2nd trimester.

PBLayzod · 05-22-2007, 10:47 AM

Brooke ~ I gained at least 1/2 my pregnancy weight in the 1st trimester. Don't worry about it too much. Just eat a balanced diet instead of junk food and it will even out in the end. Some women gain the weight early and some later. Don't forget you need more protein when you're pregnant and don't leave out the fat and carbs.

kimpossible · 05-23-2007, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Brooke1211

Thanks!!
Ugh, this is so frustrating though! I went to the doctor today and he told me to stop taking the metformin and prescribed me progesterone tablets instead. I really don't know what to do...I feel like I should listen to him since he's the doctor but then I hear so many other things. He did tell me I have a high chance of miscarriage because of my PCOS and that's why he prescribed the progesterone. I guess I will follow his advice, wish me luck!!

Brooke

Hi there, I know it's been a while since you posted this but I just wanted to say my OB had me on my met for my whole pregnancy and the perinatologist agreed. Hope all is well.
Kim

TrishainAZ · 05-23-2007, 12:13 AM

Yeah, just like Pam for my first two pregnancies I gained fast in the first half and tapered down a bit for the second half for a total gain of 35 for first pregnancy and 40 for second. (I was a bit underweight to start). I seem to be gaining slower this time around for some reason. Anyway, don't worry too much about it just yet.

adsbcs78 · 05-23-2007, 12:20 AM

I have been on metformin since Feb and I still have diarrhea almost everyday. I have lost 30 lbs and have changed my diet but still having the bowel problems. I recently got married and also want to concieve but I feel like the chances are slim. Any suggestions?

MorganMarie · 05-23-2007, 09:26 AM

Brooke, if you're eating right and exercise then you're doing great! I unfortunately can not get into the habit of exercise and wish I could. All I know is that my 1st trimester I was starved non-stop, even with my morning sickness and now at 21 weeks, I've gained a total of 20 pounds, so I know I'm going to be looking at 40+ by the end. I'm definitely not as hungry as I was so my appetite has been cut back and I'm determined from here on out to eat healthier and try to get out and walk more.

Adsbcs - That's great about the 30lbs! Has Met regulated your cycles? Why do feel like you have a slim chance? Sometimes it does take more than Met to get PG. Combining Met w/ Clomid is always a good option. KUP!

Brooke1211 · 05-26-2007, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Amsterdam

Brooke - I have taken Duphaston several times to get a cycle started and never experienced any of the side effects you're describing. I never had any problems with these pills. Weight gain? Continuously hungry? Sounds to me you're very pregnant. When I was 8 weeks pregnant I felt awful! Don't be so hard on yourself, you will lose the weight after your pregnancy! Just a few more weeks untill your 2nd trimester.

I think I was looking for an excuse to justify this hunger! I've never been pregnant before and have no idea what to expect. I'm starved all the time and am eating all the time. On a positive note, we went to the doctor yesterday and heard the heartbeat! Very cool. Wish us luck. I'm so paranoid about miscarriage but am trying to stay positive.