New here!!

pixiepoesy · 07-18-2005, 08:16 PM

Hello ladies!

I'm a newbie here! Although I was diagnosed with PCOS last year, I haven't been put on any medication whatsoever. The doctor I saw didn't seem to be interested in treating me. She just said I had PCOS, told me to read Dr. Thatcher's book, and sent me on my merry way. Since then I have gained 50 pounds and I'm not so happy at the moment.

I'd like to find a doctor who can offer me treatment, but I'm sure how to go about it. Since being diagnosed I have gotten married and moved to a new state, so I am not established medically here. My hometown is Asheville, NC and I recently learned Dr. Thatcher's PCOS center is there. Dag-nabit! Had I known that I would have gone before moving. Now I'm in Tyler, Texas and haven't heard of anyone who specializes in PCOS. It's quite frustrating.

For now, I'm hoping to find diet and weight loss support. If anyone is having success losing weight without surgery or medication, please inform me! I want to learn how!

It may take me a while to navigate these boards, but I hope to get to know some of you very well. Thanks for having me!

Jen

heather090702 · 07-18-2005, 08:21 PM

Jen,
Welcome to SC! You will find tons of info here. Start with the Find a Doctor and Recomend a doctor forum. There may be a cyster who lives in your area who can recomend a PCOS friendly doctor.

There is also a Diet and Exercise forum as well as forums for Alternative Remedies. Check them out.

If you need anything else, feel free to ask. This site is great and the women are wonderful and supportive!

Heather

CathyWood · 07-19-2005, 01:08 AM

Hi Welcome to SC. Glad you are here. See you around.

freeman02 · 07-19-2005, 02:38 AM

Hello all! I am new at this so i dont know if i am doing this correctly!! I have been ttc for over two years and i think i need more info on the pcos and treatment. I am new here any info would be great!!!!! Thanks Freeman02

Jashobeam · 07-19-2005, 11:40 AM

Welcome to SC!