Hello everyone! I was just recently diagnosed with pcos about a month or ago, although the symptoms (irregular periods, severe facial hair, a 60 lb weight gain in two years) began when I turned about 18. I had no idea what was going on with my body I just thought that maybe I was some "weirdo". I saw my body transforming from a healthy 130 lbs, into a overweight 190 lbs, even though I was not eating "unhealthy" (although I wasnt eating HEALTHY foods either). Facial hair began to sprout up along my jawline first, then it spread all the way down my neck. I did the only think I could think to do, and started to shave it. First, I was shaving only once every week or so....now I shave every day when I get up. Once I go to bed I already have stubble!! My periods would spring up every few months, for a day or so if that, it was more like spotting then an actual cycle....I just didnt understand WHAT was going on. I finally went to a doctor...and after chatting with me about what had been going on in my life for the last two years, he stated that he was 99% sure I had PCOS, and did some blood work. Sure enough, my body was producing as much testosterone as a MAN! (Which is why I am assuming that my sex drive is so high!)
Now, a month later, I am taking metaformin (1000mg a day) and I have almost completed my first month birth control pills. I actual had a normal regular cycle this month, and I know it must sound CRAZY but I was HAPPY about it. (Although I am sure that will wear off during the next few months!!)
I just really wanted to say how happy I am to have found this website! I love reading the success stories of all the women on here, and it really gives me hope!
So thanks to all of you "cysters" out there that provide such a positive out look on PCOS!!
felicia
So Glad I Found This Site.... 
