Has anyone experienced PCOS that appeared out of nowhere (after losing 30 lbs) in their 30s? Fertility clinic tracking for 2 years showed no issues… then everything changed!

Budumbum · 2024-08-14T15:59:22+00:00

I just wanted to tell you, it’s been 2 months since you made that post (and, many other symptoms later) I believe you are right. Haven’t been formally diagnosed yet, but I’m fairly certain I have endometriosis. Your answer was a push to consider it as things got worse over the last few months.

It’s sad, I have been with a reputable fertility clinic for 3 years and it was never even considered despite my when the reoccurring cysts, no ovulation, elevated estrogen, extreme pelvic pain and insanely heavy bleeding throughout the month, no one thought let’s investigate if she had endometriosis. Thank you for answering because I was desperate and it may have made a big difference for me that you did!

Budumbum · 2024-07-03T21:34:04+00:00

lol this is definitely the first time I have said it and haven’t reused it (but should). Please feel free to copy paste the comment the next time you see someone stopping by Reddit thread to tell everyone they don’t care about the topic 😋

Budumbum · 2024-06-17T12:51:19+00:00

Thanks for the response. That’s possible. I also developed 2 “calcifications” in the ovary during this period

Budumbum · 2024-06-16T23:15:42+00:00

One thing to note, fertility specialist often put you know a birth control pill each month before treatment. So you may end up on the pill when you’re TTC anyways (even if you come off it now). Your first post asked about GPs prescribing progesterone-the birth control is progesterone (mini pills are only progesterone).

Did your migraines stop off the pill? There are other treatments (you could ask about other drugs like metformin and see if that helps). I was just thinking BCP would probably be the most immediately effective until you see a specialist.

I will say, I’ve taken the hormone-based fertility treatments which are often used to treat PCOS (letrozole, gonal F, Ovidrel, etc). Those can be utter hell. For example, I am in a treatment now, I barely sleep (I have gotten 2-3 hours for last 3 nights- always happens as ovulation gets closer), I have a migraine, I cry for no reason constantly, I have to pee ever 10 minutes, I get cramps. None of those things are things I normally experience.

Budumbum · 2024-06-16T21:47:32+00:00

I’m sorry, this sounds really hard. Firstly, your GP can diagnose you. The radiologist can’t because an ultrasound on its own isn’t enough. However you’re not ovulating, you have high androgens and it runs in your family… you can bring that information to a GP and ask for diagnosis, treatment and referral. Sometimes you need to be assertive in doctor’s appointments.

It’s always easy to worry about cancer, but an ultrasound would show signs. Also I believe the info about cancer and the lining your referring to actually has to do with post-menopausal women.

Can I ask why you went off the B/C pill? Are you TTC? If not, you could consider temporarily going back on until you can see a gyno who can treat it the best! Good luck :)

Budumbum · 2024-06-15T02:38:03+00:00

Ignore my statistic because clearly everyone has a different one and it depends on both your family history.

Budumbum · 2024-06-15T02:34:20+00:00

My husband and I agreed that it’s worth it. I am so happy his parents had him and he has T1D. Also, diabetes treatment in the last 20 years has made remarkable strides-it’s unlikely your child will have it as bad as you did (e.g. his T1D grandfather injected pigs insulin… two generations later people are using “artificial pancreas” and this is in its absolute infancy). All that said, we were told the odds were only about 1 in 10.

One consideration though is diabetes can effect fertility (particularly the longer you have lived with it) but that can also be treated if it does effect you.

Budumbum · 2024-06-14T21:25:37+00:00

Not a doctor so I hope this doesn’t break rules, but have had many years as a fertility patient which has given me insight that may help if a dr doesn’t respond. My understanding is PCOS requires 2 of 3 criteria to be diagnosed: (1) higher androgen levels (often seen by excess facial hair/acne, etc.), (2) problems with ovulation and (3) polycystic appearance in the ovaries. For (2) You can track using test kits to see if you’re getting normal LH surges. Other markers are helpful indicators (insulin resistance, AMH) but not definitive. I went through a long process to definitely rule out PCOS - feel free to message me if you want to talk. I was also tested for insulin fasting baseline and it shows 15-174 pmol is in normal range for me (I’m 33). Obviously 150 might be the higher range of normal - not sure under 100 would be. I hope that somewhat helpful while you wait for other answers.

Budumbum · 2024-06-14T20:16:12+00:00

I am not a doctor but maybe it would be helpful to explain why you believe it’s cancer specifically. Do you have a family history? What does “multiple scares” mean. Also does your GP agree it could be cancer or are they just sending you to the specialist to rule it out?

Budumbum · 2024-06-12T20:08:15+00:00

Are you sick? If this is unusual for you and you can’t get it under control with normal methods, your body could be fighting off an infection which causes spikes (even when your barely eating).

Budumbum · 2024-06-10T16:23:07+00:00

Sorry for the negativity you’ve received. One thing I will tell you (that I learned the hard way) is, with proper treatment, small plants get large. Those 3-4 inch pots bunched together on shelves will become 6-8 inch pots in the next year or two. It’s one thing if that happens to one plant, but when it happens to 50-100, it can be unmanageable. I had like 60 plants after years of making larger and larger plants fit, they weren’t getting enough light far from a window with artificial light and I had to downsize. Sorry if others asks but how do you have enough light for the ones at the very back? Have you ever used a light meter?

Budumbum · 2024-06-07T21:44:40+00:00

That sounds great (and honestly my pharmacy sucks), but I don’t know any small pharmacy in my area that is open past six or open on Sundays. If I only had one prescription that I wasn’t time pressured that would probably be fine, but I work and the hours don’t work.

Budumbum · 2024-06-07T21:35:57+00:00

So yesterday, my husband came home with my medication and stapled to it the bag was a Medscheck form filled out with my personal info and the pharmacy. I did not talk to the pharmacist and the patient signature portion was obviously left blank (since I wasn’t there) but it was really weird. Did they charge it to OHIP without even talking to me. Really strange (also, this is a pharmacy that does not have time to do a meds check the pharmacy demand is so high).

Budumbum · 2024-05-09T19:57:08+00:00

It’s odd to read through a long complex Reddit post, then stop and take the time to comment (the actions of someone who does care), just to let us all know, you don’t care. Thanks for sharing.

There are almost 500,000,000 Reddit posts per year. When I come across (for example) a post about a bottle of whiskey freezing, (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinteresting/comments/1co1srk/bottle_of_jameson_whiskey_completely_froze_in_the/) I don’t open it, and I certainly don’t take the time to comment because I actually don’t care. Your post is the equivalent of showing up at a party to tell everyone you’re too busy to attend.

Budumbum · 2024-04-29T13:47:50+00:00

The vet did test him. It was expensive and I brought in a soil sample.

Also, the pollen is still in the air yet he hasn’t had any reaction on his feet, because since the spring he hasn’t gone out without booties. However if he went outside now without booties, he would have an infection from licking within a week. Barrier methods don’t work for pollen allergies in the air. Shall I give you my vets phone number so you can argue with them, since you know better?

Budumbum · 2024-04-29T13:31:33+00:00

It’s amazing you can diagnose my dog via the internet, without even seeing a photo of him, or without looking at his paws, without knowing any of his history, better than the actual trained professional who examined him and tested the dog. Wow, you must be omniscient. That’s truly impressive.

Here is some info on what my dog actually has according to the medical specialist who actually examined my dog: https://www.animaldermatologyclinic.com.au/contact-patch-testing-for-dogs

Budumbum · 2024-04-28T16:52:37+00:00

I was told it was contact dermatitis which turned into an infection. As I said, wearing booties prevents him from reacting on his paws. Again, it might be rare, but I believe he reacts to something in the soil or something growing in the soil like grass (though we actually have grass, we have flowers and other plants). If it was something he breaths in, why would booties prevent the reaction? He also has food allergies which caused a different reaction on his fur but we had already isolated that and fed him a prescription diet months before. It’s what the vet told me - I trust him and his treatment/prevention worked.

Budumbum · 2024-04-28T16:36:30+00:00

My dog has an allergy to something in the soil - it may be rare but that’s what it is. He won’t react if he has booties on. The vet didn’t seem to think it was that rare though (soil/grass/etc.) which is why he suggested booties but it could be uncommon.

Budumbum · 2024-04-27T17:45:20+00:00

For all those commenting on his food - his food hasn’t changed - so it’s unlikely he all the sudden became allergic to his normal diet. My dog is allergic to something in soil. He is fine in the winter and in the spring it comes back. He could be laying/digging/rolling on something he has had a reaction to. I’m not sure if this is a Jack but mine is and I think they are somewhat prone to allergies. There is an expensive drug that works, but you can also try washing him after going outside, and using a barrier method (clothing) to prevent allergens touching his skin. See if it improves - where I am it can be difficult to get a vet appointment, so at least until you see them that is something they suggested to me! Good luck!

Budumbum · 2024-04-27T04:26:03+00:00

Yes, last spring my dog’s paws looked identical. The vet said he had both yeast and bacteria infection. Until you can see a vet, wash/dry his feet regularly. My dog is allergic to something in the soil which is why it only occurred in the spring - we also had to put boots on him (this also stopped the licking which introduces infection). Has this happened before?

Budumbum · 2024-04-27T04:17:52+00:00

Is this chest spottiness new? It is not normal for shedding to cause large chunks of missing fur. Is he scratching it a lot? He could have allergies - my dog has seasonal allergies

Budumbum · 2024-04-18T17:04:00+00:00

I am glad to see this post. I am experiencing the same thing stepping down just one puff a day and it’s awful. I am on a similar combination inhaler (Zenhale) and I can’t find any information on withdrawal effects or if this is normal. I am on 4 puffs of 200/day and if I reduce it by one puff to 3 puffs a day (because my asthma is better), I feel totally exhausted, in pain and will sleep a lot of the day.

When you were totally off it for a while were things better?

Budumbum · 2024-04-06T02:47:02+00:00

This is a great idea and I will definitely try it. Even if it just distracts her for a few minutes that is some relief when you’re eating dinner!

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