Uk & Irish Cysters - Who Are We?? part 2

Eva37 · 04-03-2007, 02:17 PM

hello girls

the other thread is getting a bit long, so i thought we could start another thread.

eva

Cara:ukcyster · 04-07-2007, 01:21 PM

hello Eva, just thouhgt id join you here

Eva37 · 04-07-2007, 03:11 PM

lovely to hear from you. speak soon
eva

Nyksta · 04-09-2007, 08:14 AM

Name Nykki

Age 23 (today!)

Family situation Married to Steve for almost 2 years. We had a beautiful miracle daughter who is 17 months and my husband also has a wonderful son who turns 19 in May. Had a lot of problems with family on my side and currently have no contact with them at all....husbands side of the family are wonderful although his mom is not too well suffering from Alzeimers

PCOS symptoms Mainly: Irregular cycles/Infertility.....also excess hair on the face/chin (although only really THAT noticable to ME...weight issues...have suffered from severe depression in the past, acne

Worst thing about PCOS Being told it was 'highly unlikely' I would be able to conveive (proved em wrong

)

Medication used Currently back on Metformin 1500mg...this will be reviewed in July where it may go up to 1700mg (which is the dosage I was taking when I fell pregnant with dd)

Action taken against Weight loss....I managed to loose almost 4 stone before conceiving DD but enjoyed being pregnant too much and gained much of it back...am activly ttc number 2 so hopint he weight loss will help

PM or Email? Happy for PMs....will give out e-mail to people as I get to know them

Any other information I am a Christian Cyster and having gone through a lot in my life so far believe that I have lots to offer others from what I have experienced....I also write poetry...believe in the power of prayer

Eva37 · 04-09-2007, 11:00 AM

hi
lovely to meet you.
NAME - Nikki

AGE - 40

FAMILY SITUATION - live with my hubby of 13 years, and my 10 year old son.

PCOS SYMPTOMS - weight gain , terrible periods, 'hair' etc.

WORSE THING - depends , different things on different days

MEDICATION - buckets full of the stuff, (it's in my siggie)

ACTION TAKEN - trying to get the last bit of the extra weight off, eating healthy, etc.

PM/EMAIL - pm until i know someone better

eva

Wishez · 04-12-2007, 05:43 AM

Name Aimee
Age 16
Family situation Single, no children.
PCOS symptoms Cysts on one side on ovaries diagnosed by scan and blood test
I knew something was wrong when i wasn't having periods regularly. Had no periods for 2 years.
Worst thing about PCOS For me i have to say the cramps that i get
Medication used IBS tablets for the pain (don't work any more) and Diaentte
NHS or Private NHS - I was referred to a Gynae by my GP, Took the GP 2 years and a half to finally do something about to find out what was wrong with me, and buy 2 test at the hospital they found out within a month i had PCOS
Action taken against PCOS trying to stay calm, not getting too stressed with course work n friends who don't understand my condition. not on any special diets for my condition, just eating healthy and cutting down on the choc and crisps
Anything else?
Nope... don't think so

nenni · 04-18-2007, 10:05 PM

Name Jen

Age 28

Family situation Single and living alone with only my cat for company

PCOS symptoms I'm obese, getting more acne these days than I've ever had in my life, constant, sometimes heavy, periods since Aug last year, excess hair on my chin, chest, back and stomach, mood swings, headaches. Not sure about cysts yet. Got my scan on Friday

Worst thing about PCOS The constant periods! It's getting me down and most of the times keeps me from going out much. The excess hair is getting very annoying also.

Medication None yet. Wont know till after Friday

NHS or Private NHS. It's taken months for them to get their asses in gear. I've had to nag very week or two since October last year. They kept me waiting over the whole of christmas and new year for blood results. Didnt enjoy myself during that holiday.

Action taken against PCOS I'm still trying to get my head around things and reading up on helpful tips and suggestions

PM or Email? I'm happy with PM's or emails. Whatever is easier for others

Any other information I've been going through depression since 2000 after my Dad died of cancer. Which lead me to self harm myself. I've been clean of that for 3 years but I'm worried about being on the verge of going back to that because of the PCOS and the fact I blame myself. Very tough time indeed.

Miss Hyde · 04-23-2007, 11:28 AM

Name: Alice

Age: 19, just turned

Family situation: The most complecated you could think of...but single

PCOS symptoms: Erm...no periods to speak of without help, had nasty acne up until a few years ago, but it's scarred my face...lovely...and overweight, but then I am lazy too

Worst thing about PCOS: Pretty much everything!

Medication: Used to be on Dianette, but stopped that, then put on Yasmin. I got my periods, but that's pretty much it

NHS or Private: NHS

Action taken against PCOS: I've only been put on pills for the moment, but I'm going back to the Doctor soon to see if they can do anything else

PM or Email? Either, I'm not fussed

Any other information: Mild depression, but that comes and goes

THAMESIDE · 04-27-2007, 08:07 AM

Name Macalla

Age 38

Family situation Married to Steve for 9 years, been together 17 years and we have two shihtzu dogs named Bow and Bonnie, and three cats, Boots, Darcy and Boosy

PCOS symptoms Excess hair, hair loss, depression, infertility, hypothyroid, obesity

Worst thing about PCOS hair loss and infertility

Medication used Metformin should be on 2000mg but have cut it down to 1000mg, spiro 200mg, vaniqua cream for hair, and regaine for hair loss, also take thyroxine 175mg and setraline for depression, protium for acid reflux, and a painkiller for arthritis

Action taken against Trying to lose weight with the gi diet

PM or Email? More than happy for PM

Any other information addicted to chat room here

Andrea1978 · 05-01-2007, 01:58 PM

Hiya my name is Andrea this is my first post on site although always looking on it and reading your advise im 28 been diagnosed since 2000 currently taking metformin 1500mg and using vaniqua cream for hairy problems. Its nice to know other people out there goin thru same problems. I am currently dieting and its really working have lost 3 and a half stone since january and loosing weight is really helping my symptoms .
Look forward to contributing on the message board in future just wanted to say hi to fellow uk cysters.

Nyksta · 05-01-2007, 03:48 PM

Welcome fellow UK cycster

I just wanted to say WOW and WELL DONE - 3 and half stone since January! You are doing great! Look forwards to seeing you around some more!

Nyk x

Eva37 · 05-01-2007, 07:57 PM

lovely to meet you, congrats on the weight loss

eva

Andrea1978 · 05-02-2007, 11:11 AM

Its nice to see everyone is so friendly on here reading that other people suffering same kinda problems is very helpful x

mrs spoons · 05-11-2007, 04:28 PM

Name Helen

Age 29 (30 in August)

Family situation Married to Stu for 7 years, non-id twin boys, Matthew and Harry who will be 5 in July

PCOS symptoms Have lots and lots of big cysts, skin tags, obese, depression, acne (and bad scarring), lots and lots of hair everywhere, oh and distinct lack of af

Worst thing about PCOS Having to shave more often than DH, and then still worrying about the hair on my chin

Medication Metformin 1500mg, Citalopram 40mg, Lymecycline, Temazepam 20mg, Multi-vits, Saw Palmetto, Evening Primrose Oil

NHS or Private NHS. NHS, still waiting for a consultant.

Action taken against PCOS Following GI diet and lots of shaving!

PM or Email? Either, don't mind

Any other information Actively TTC no 3 (or 3 and 4!) and that's about it!

04-03-2007, 02:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
Eva37 UK Mod Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: South Wales Posts: 12,572 My Mood: Points: 21,609.97 Bank: 1,041,115.92 Total Points: 1,062,725.89 Donate	Uk & Irish Cysters - Who Are We?? part 2 hello girls the other thread is getting a bit long, so i thought we could start another thread. eva __________________ PCOS, LOCAH, Lichen Planus, IBS, HS,alopecia - raised bp/ cholesteral. Wheat and dairy intollerance Meds: Spiro, Bendrofluazide, Amlodopine, Simvastatin, Met, Prednisolone, Mirena iud, Colpermin multi vits, Me - 41, hubby 36 son 11. Married 14 years She is buffeted by the wind, but she does not sink. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

04-07-2007, 01:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cara:ukcyster Mummy to Georgina Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nuneaton, warwickshire uk Posts: 174 My Mood: Points: 387.06 Bank: 2,813.04 Total Points: 3,200.10 Donate	hello Eva, just thouhgt id join you here __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

04-07-2007, 03:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
Eva37 UK Mod Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: South Wales Posts: 12,572 My Mood: Points: 21,609.97 Bank: 1,041,115.92 Total Points: 1,062,725.89 Donate	lovely to hear from you. speak soon eva __________________ PCOS, LOCAH, Lichen Planus, IBS, HS,alopecia - raised bp/ cholesteral. Wheat and dairy intollerance Meds: Spiro, Bendrofluazide, Amlodopine, Simvastatin, Met, Prednisolone, Mirena iud, Colpermin multi vits, Me - 41, hubby 36 son 11. Married 14 years She is buffeted by the wind, but she does not sink. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

04-09-2007, 11:00 AM	#5 (permalink)
Eva37 UK Mod Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: South Wales Posts: 12,572 My Mood: Points: 21,609.97 Bank: 1,041,115.92 Total Points: 1,062,725.89 Donate	hi lovely to meet you. NAME - Nikki AGE - 40 FAMILY SITUATION - live with my hubby of 13 years, and my 10 year old son. PCOS SYMPTOMS - weight gain , terrible periods, 'hair' etc. WORSE THING - depends , different things on different days MEDICATION - buckets full of the stuff, (it's in my siggie) ACTION TAKEN - trying to get the last bit of the extra weight off, eating healthy, etc. PM/EMAIL - pm until i know someone better eva __________________ PCOS, LOCAH, Lichen Planus, IBS, HS,alopecia - raised bp/ cholesteral. Wheat and dairy intollerance Meds: Spiro, Bendrofluazide, Amlodopine, Simvastatin, Met, Prednisolone, Mirena iud, Colpermin multi vits, Me - 41, hubby 36 son 11. Married 14 years She is buffeted by the wind, but she does not sink. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

04-12-2007, 05:43 AM	#6 (permalink)
Wishez Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Northwood, Middlex Posts: 25 My Mood: Points: 638.79 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 638.79 Donate	Name Aimee Age 16 Family situation Single, no children. PCOS symptoms Cysts on one side on ovaries diagnosed by scan and blood test I knew something was wrong when i wasn't having periods regularly. Had no periods for 2 years. Worst thing about PCOS For me i have to say the cramps that i get Medication used IBS tablets for the pain (don't work any more) and Diaentte NHS or Private NHS - I was referred to a Gynae by my GP, Took the GP 2 years and a half to finally do something about to find out what was wrong with me, and buy 2 test at the hospital they found out within a month i had PCOS Action taken against PCOS trying to stay calm, not getting too stressed with course work n friends who don't understand my condition. not on any special diets for my condition, just eating healthy and cutting down on the choc and crisps Anything else? Nope... don't think so __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. ღx!.Aimee Hendrie .!xღ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

04-09-2007, 08:14 AM	#4 (permalink)
Nyksta Georgie's Mommy Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: London, UK Posts: 1,675 My Mood: Points: 23,882.49 Bank: 429.81 Total Points: 24,312.31 Donate	Name Nykki Age 23 (today!) Family situation Married to Steve for almost 2 years. We had a beautiful miracle daughter who is 17 months and my husband also has a wonderful son who turns 19 in May. Had a lot of problems with family on my side and currently have no contact with them at all....husbands side of the family are wonderful although his mom is not too well suffering from Alzeimers PCOS symptoms Mainly: Irregular cycles/Infertility.....also excess hair on the face/chin (although only really THAT noticable to ME...weight issues...have suffered from severe depression in the past, acne Worst thing about PCOS Being told it was 'highly unlikely' I would be able to conveive (proved em wrong ) Medication used Currently back on Metformin 1500mg...this will be reviewed in July where it may go up to 1700mg (which is the dosage I was taking when I fell pregnant with dd) Action taken against Weight loss....I managed to loose almost 4 stone before conceiving DD but enjoyed being pregnant too much and gained much of it back...am activly ttc number 2 so hopint he weight loss will help PM or Email? Happy for PMs....will give out e-mail to people as I get to know them Any other information I am a Christian Cyster and having gone through a lot in my life so far believe that I have lots to offer others from what I have experienced....I also write poetry...believe in the power of prayer

04-18-2007, 10:05 PM	#7 (permalink)
nenni Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scotland Posts: 41 My Mood: Points: 1,666.35 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 1,666.35 Donate	Name Jen Age 28 Family situation Single and living alone with only my cat for company PCOS symptoms I'm obese, getting more acne these days than I've ever had in my life, constant, sometimes heavy, periods since Aug last year, excess hair on my chin, chest, back and stomach, mood swings, headaches. Not sure about cysts yet. Got my scan on Friday Worst thing about PCOS The constant periods! It's getting me down and most of the times keeps me from going out much. The excess hair is getting very annoying also. Medication None yet. Wont know till after Friday NHS or Private NHS. It's taken months for them to get their asses in gear. I've had to nag very week or two since October last year. They kept me waiting over the whole of christmas and new year for blood results. Didnt enjoy myself during that holiday. Action taken against PCOS I'm still trying to get my head around things and reading up on helpful tips and suggestions PM or Email? I'm happy with PM's or emails. Whatever is easier for others Any other information I've been going through depression since 2000 after my Dad died of cancer. Which lead me to self harm myself. I've been clean of that for 3 years but I'm worried about being on the verge of going back to that because of the PCOS and the fact I blame myself. Very tough time indeed.

04-23-2007, 11:28 AM	#8 (permalink)
Miss Hyde Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Reading Uni Posts: 1 My Mood: Points: 114.31 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 114.31 Donate	Name: Alice Age: 19, just turned Family situation: The most complecated you could think of...but single PCOS symptoms: Erm...no periods to speak of without help, had nasty acne up until a few years ago, but it's scarred my face...lovely...and overweight, but then I am lazy too Worst thing about PCOS: Pretty much everything! Medication: Used to be on Dianette, but stopped that, then put on Yasmin. I got my periods, but that's pretty much it NHS or Private: NHS Action taken against PCOS: I've only been put on pills for the moment, but I'm going back to the Doctor soon to see if they can do anything else PM or Email? Either, I'm not fussed Any other information: Mild depression, but that comes and goes __________________ ::: I raise my hands to heaven of curiosity I don't know what to ask for, what has it got for me? ::: ::: The others say we're hiding, it's forward as can be ::: ::: Some things I do for money, some things I do for free :::

04-27-2007, 08:07 AM	#9 (permalink)
THAMESIDE the iron maiden Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ENGLAND UK Posts: 177 My Mood: Points: 210.00 Bank: 0.32 Total Points: 210.32 Donate	Name Macalla Age 38 Family situation Married to Steve for 9 years, been together 17 years and we have two shihtzu dogs named Bow and Bonnie, and three cats, Boots, Darcy and Boosy PCOS symptoms Excess hair, hair loss, depression, infertility, hypothyroid, obesity Worst thing about PCOS hair loss and infertility Medication used Metformin should be on 2000mg but have cut it down to 1000mg, spiro 200mg, vaniqua cream for hair, and regaine for hair loss, also take thyroxine 175mg and setraline for depression, protium for acid reflux, and a painkiller for arthritis Action taken against Trying to lose weight with the gi diet PM or Email? More than happy for PM Any other information addicted to chat room here __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Med: Metformin 2000mg, spiro 200mg, thyroxine 175 mcg, lansoprazole 30mg, vaniqa, sertraline 100mg, regaine, zimovane 7.5mg, co-codamol, ME: 39, DH 40, 2 Shihtzu dogs Bonnie and Bow , 3 cats Boots, Darcey and Boosy Diagnosed PCOS 1990, osteo artristis, IR, hypothyroid, depression, acid refux, borderline kidney disease

05-01-2007, 01:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
Andrea1978 andrea Join Date: May 2007 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne UK Posts: 4 My Mood: Points: 146.19 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 146.19 Donate	New Hiya my name is Andrea this is my first post on site although always looking on it and reading your advise im 28 been diagnosed since 2000 currently taking metformin 1500mg and using vaniqua cream for hairy problems. Its nice to know other people out there goin thru same problems. I am currently dieting and its really working have lost 3 and a half stone since january and loosing weight is really helping my symptoms . Look forward to contributing on the message board in future just wanted to say hi to fellow uk cysters.

05-01-2007, 03:48 PM	#11 (permalink)
Nyksta Georgie's Mommy Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: London, UK Posts: 1,675 My Mood: Points: 23,882.49 Bank: 429.81 Total Points: 24,312.31 Donate	Welcome fellow UK cycster I just wanted to say WOW and WELL DONE - 3 and half stone since January! You are doing great! Look forwards to seeing you around some more! Nyk x

05-01-2007, 07:57 PM	#12 (permalink)
Eva37 UK Mod Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: South Wales Posts: 12,572 My Mood: Points: 21,609.97 Bank: 1,041,115.92 Total Points: 1,062,725.89 Donate	lovely to meet you, congrats on the weight loss eva __________________ PCOS, LOCAH, Lichen Planus, IBS, HS,alopecia - raised bp/ cholesteral. Wheat and dairy intollerance Meds: Spiro, Bendrofluazide, Amlodopine, Simvastatin, Met, Prednisolone, Mirena iud, Colpermin multi vits, Me - 41, hubby 36 son 11. Married 14 years She is buffeted by the wind, but she does not sink. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

05-02-2007, 11:11 AM	#13 (permalink)
Andrea1978 andrea Join Date: May 2007 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne UK Posts: 4 My Mood: Points: 146.19 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 146.19 Donate	Its nice to see everyone is so friendly on here reading that other people suffering same kinda problems is very helpful x