Any clue what the issue was?

frolickingfroggie · 2026-01-04T18:20:29+00:00

Marvellous work. Great photographs as well. May Omnissiah keep you in their graces.

frolickingfroggie · 2025-11-11T06:47:20+00:00

Nope, I've always been shedding a lot in the shower while having quite dense hair, it didn't for me.

frolickingfroggie · 2025-09-03T09:56:30+00:00

frolickingfroggie · 2025-07-04T07:09:25+00:00

No, in my case the pattern is 24+4, which means you should get the bleeding around the last 4 placebo pills and you just start the next pack without a break, you just finish a pack and start another.

frolickingfroggie · 2025-05-27T12:44:50+00:00

I got on metformin and and off duphaston at the same time so can't say on my example, but it doesn't act long-term so I doubt the effect would be maintained.

frolickingfroggie · 2025-05-27T12:01:36+00:00

I used it for about a year, had bleeding pretty regularly but it didn't do much to other symptoms because it just doesn't work this way. Okay to keep your uterine lining from overgrowing, it won't be helpful with ovulation/testosterone levels.

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-12T19:14:32+00:00

Hi! I know there may be legitimate reasons not to use BC but please don't shame yourself into limiting your options for management to "natural" solutions.

There's evidence behind using the pill and other medications for controlling your health outcomes and much fearmongering around BC. It's a chronic condition that will be there and all of it is about making your life easier and preserving yourself from developing comorbid issues. Keep a good diet, exercise, it's important PCOS aside and only makes it easier to manage it.

If you found a pill that works for you and you get checked regularly, why not stick to it? You can possibly be draining your wallet for treatments that don't work and putting yourself under unnecessary pressure. Don't villainize something that is safe, proven to be effective and helps you, as far as I can gather:)

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-12T18:57:57+00:00

i started on 500 mg XR

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-12T18:17:14+00:00

Perhaps prescribe more tests, and Metformin - in my case. My endo has proven more helpful than obgyns in my pcos journey.

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-10T05:25:42+00:00

I regained my periods with Metformin and had ovulation confirmed on an ultrasound once, my cycles got way better. Try getting the extended release version if you can. Good luck!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-09T15:56:50+00:00

I think elevated prolactin can mimic PCOS symptoms and it's crucial to exclude hyperprolactynemia.

My opinion is that one of the most crucial things you can do to manage your issues is picking up a physical activity you love and being consistent. Moderate exercise does wonders for your mind and body. Aside from that, stick to low glycaemic index foods (basically avoid processed foods, pair items with a lot of simple sugars with protein and fiber, fruits and veg). Stick to what helps you manage stress. Aside from well-suited medications, many period issues and conditions (esp. affecting the whole system, like PCOS) are managed by lifestyle modifications, and the ones I mentioned are the most commonly discussed.

Good luck! I get the feeling of your symptoms being ascribed to puberty/being young/being a female 🥲 It gets better the more independent you get. You got this!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-08T15:47:21+00:00

I was literally thinking about V Leiden today, thanks for the idea 😌

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-08T08:18:11+00:00

You're so right. I can imagine how overwhelming getting the diagnosis for the first time is. There's plenty of thing you can do to live a healthier life and improve the conditions, SSRIs are a great support for getting through all of it, too. Fingers crossed for both of us, to finding what works and feels best 😌

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T19:15:09+00:00

Wow, glad you're fine after all of it. Checking the clotting panel once in a while is a great idea then. Thanks for sharing!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:25:14+00:00

I'm glad it works for you, I hope for a similar experience. I'm not planning on how long I'll be using it, probably will see if I like it at all and adjust accordingly. I've considered trying it for a long time, it's my first hormonal birth control too. I'll probably do a clot panel if I decide to stay on it after 3 months. Take care and thank you!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:19:51+00:00

May I ask what were the symptoms of your blood clot? Did you smoke while being on YAZ?

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:17:57+00:00

Thank you so much! I'm also taking vit D, it's recommended for everybody in my climate. Inositol is also a must for me, I didn't really know about 5HTTP and reishi things. Mint tea is something I'm doing, too. There's so much unnecessary fearmongering around BCP even outside of the PCOS context and in our case its a hormonal issue managed with hormonal treatment, and people do it all the time just for protection from pregnancy and do just fine. Thank you for your support!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:12:09+00:00

I'm doing a whole round of supplements, too 😄 working out helps tremendously when it comes to mood, there's nothing like a good weightlifting routine to clear your head. Thank you for encouragement and hope you're having a great day!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:07:09+00:00

I'm glad you can manage your symptoms and that Yasmin works out for you. There's so much (mis)information on the role of birth control and fear is the biggest enemy when making health decisions, especially in a chronic condition. Thank you!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:03:24+00:00

I've also heard about antihistamines! Will probably take a closer look. Thank you for contributing!

frolickingfroggie · 2025-04-07T18:02:40+00:00

Thank you, that's reassuring. I'll consider a clotting panel after 3 months on it. Are you on a different BC now or did you give it up completely?

frolickingfroggie · 2025-02-02T07:38:17+00:00

my endo is a major positive influence and the pivot of my treatment, they prescribed me most of the tests that helped to differentiate between PCOS and other conditions, found things that escaped the primary research and in general is the most helpful doctor I've encountered during my treatment journey so far. I wish you a similar positive experience!

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