Fri, Aug-16-02, 11:50
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Posts: 26
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Plan: Atkins/Protein Power
Stats: 272/241/150
BF:
Progress: 25%
Location: Upstate New York
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I am 29 and have classic textbook pcos symptoms - for 10 years had no periods, and for last 3 years have had heavy bleeding. Plus have glucose intolerance, overweight, acne, dandruff, prone to depression, facial hair (don't I sound glamorous???). finally went to the doctor - had an ultrasound done that revealed polycycstic ovaries - but all my blood tests came back normal! I found this surprising as well, since I have many symptoms of excess androgens (male-like hormones). Go figure. The more I read about pcos, the more I discover that nobody fits into a neat little mold - thats why its so hard to diagnose.
I have used progesterone cream in the past, but I usually have to "jumpstart" my cycle using BCP. Now I'm trying provera instead. Since I started low-carbing, I have lost weight, feel great, and my cycle is starting to slowly stabilize -look forward to getting off the pills and just using natural cream instead. I truly believe this is the BEST WOL for someone with pcos - and even if your mom doesn't have pcos, low carb would be GREAT for her because she's diabetic.
BTW - along with her other symptoms, is your mom having any problems with menses? that may be even greater indication that pcos is at work.
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