polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Trying for baby.?

Question

i was just informated by my primary care practictioner that i have polycystic ovarian syndrome as metabolic syndrome. Me and my husband are trying for a child. I was told that having these conditions, will greatly decrease my chances of having a child. Is there anything the doctor can do to help me with this problem. She had put me on BC pills to help these conditions but it didnt work, and considering wanting a child i disconitued taking them. She has yet to guve me further treatment, she said she was considering somthing but first she wants to preform several blood tests. I havent spoken with her about wanting a baby yet though. Shes my family's doctor. I am affraid she will try to discourage me becuase me and my husband are a younger couple. She always knows my mother would be dissapointed in me. I dont want anything slipping up to my mother either. I want to tell her myself. We have discussed it (myhusband and i) we both really prepared and want this alot. What do you suggest?

Answer 1

Switch doctors to one you feel comfortable talking to.

Answer 2

oh goodness - you must be so upset.. the funny thing is, there is really no need to be. there are plenty of women who have pcos!! and most of them conceive. I would suggest taking a naturaly route - some women take progesterone cream for about 2 months and then conceive!!! Its really not a trainsmash. you can use metformin (to balance your sugar leels) together with the progesterone cream. you should also prevent eating any refined carbohydrates such as sugar , bread - anything that may spike your insilin levels including starchy veg like potatoes etc. you are most welcome to email me for more info - I have pcos myself - I dont have kids, but I know I will.. Im currently on progesterone cream and take metformin and have lost 2.5 kg's in the last week just because Im eating correctly for the metabolic syndrome.

also have a look at the following website - its really good!!!

seriously dont stress - you'll have babies soon..

the doctors have a horrible way of scaring you - I went into a complete depression when they told me that I cant have kids - until i started researching the internet myself -- there are many websites - keywords to use :

PCOS
Metabolic Syndrome
Elevated Androgen Levels (testosterone)
Insuline Resistance and PCOS

But seriously - please take the homeopathic route and stick to it.
The easiest way to get your diet right is to read the South Beach Diet - its brilliant for people with PCOS. The main thing is that you must prevent spiking your insuline levels because that raises your testosterone levels and so your oestrogen levels are elevated. Due to this, your progesterone levels are too low to allow the follical to mature enouch and release itself from the ovarie. the follicle becomes the cyste. this is why you need to tackle it from both ways - bring your testosterone levels down and your oestrogen levels will come down.. you will then have enough progesterone to stimulate the follicle stimulating hormone which releases the "egg". then the elevated progesterone (from the cream ) will help the other way round..

Good Luck!!!

Answer 3

Hi. I also have polycystic ovary syndrome. My doctor advised me to take duphaston for 5 days (i'm on the 2nd month now, i'll be visiting my doctor on the 2nd of october for follow-up check-up). IT IS NOT TRUE that we can't have a baby. We just need medicines to balance our hormones.

As for the doctor, i would suggest that you should try to look for a new gynecologist. In that way, you will be confident to relay your problems without doubting anything. As far as i know, america has a policy that no doctor is allowed to disclose any information about the patient's case.

Please don't be disappointed. POCS is curable. Your doctor will give you a medicine that can balance your hormones.

So cheer up. We still have a chance to bear a cute angel.
Good luck to you my friend

Answer 4

Metformin ( my spelling) is a drug that really seems to help. Talk to you doctor about it. Also going on a GI diet should make a difference. You and your husband can get vitamin supplements that are dedicated to your needs. You have yo have blood tests done first though.
And remember that any problems with your body are your to own . Not your families or your friends. If you cannot look to them for support then tell them that this all personal to you and you won't discuss it full stop.
Take heart and join a chat room for women who have your problem. Someone very dear to me has been through what you are just approaching and I think that the chat room kept her sane!
I hope you go on to have a wonderful baby.

Answer 5

Metformin will probably help. I have the same condition, had a misscarriage followed by 18 months of trying with no luck. I took Metformin for 4 months and concieved- he is now 2! It also reduced the PCOS riskl of miscarriage (1:10 is you hav ethis condition) down to 1:2 and is safe in pregnancy. Good luck

Answer 6

i think everyone should at least wait until their mid to late 20s before having children, but really that is totally up to the couple involved..

you and your doctor have a doctor/patient confidentiality thing going on. if she talks to your mother and tells her anything that goes on between you and her behind closed doors, she is acting unethically and should be reported to the state board.

i have pcos too and know how extremely depressing it can be. depending on how bad your symptoms are is how hard it will be for you to conceive. your doctor can put you onto special hormone shots that will help you to ovulate and increase your chances of conceiving. you might also have to try IVF or adoption if your case is severe enough.

you might also want to try calling around to the ob/gyn's in your area and seeing if any of them are knowledgeable with PCOS and setting up an appointment with one of them. this will allow you to talk more frankly with your doctor without fear of your mother finding out things and they will be able to give you a better idea of what will need to be done to get you a baby.

there is a great community for women with PCOS at http://www.soulcysters.com. they offer great information for people just starting to learn about it and a message board for help, support, and encouragement. it is great for research and friendly help.

Answer 7

First, in case you could, pass see an OB/GYN or Reproductive Endocrinologist. 2d, make confident you're timing each and every thing nicely through making use of ovulation predictor kits or injectibles (with the help of your doctor--they set off ovulation). take a seem on the e book Taking cost of Your Fertility for most help.