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Any successful pregnancy with PCOS?

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Keysha · 30/05/2005 09:51

Hi all,

Am new here but have been following most of the threads for a couple of months now. It is great for all of you to belong to such a good network that has created a close bond.

Am 34.5 yrs diagnosed PCOS almost 20 years ago.Am told mine is mild and have normal weight (65kg) for my height. Naturally, been having very irregular periods that can go up to 3-4 mths. Been TTC for the past 3 years and unfortunately had 2 miscarriages.Been on almost all kinds of fertility treatments (Clomid, Metafolmin, Injectables) that regulates my AF but do not conceive. Mind you both times, I conceived naturally while on medical break. Currently, am not on any treatment, as we are considering IVF as our next step. Not gotten AF for almost 4 mths now.

Well ladies, I just need to hear from any other PCOSers' experiences to a successful pregnancy. Will really appreciate your info that might assist me and other women. Thankx a bunch!

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flobbleflobble · 29/06/2005 08:45

Just wondering if you follow a GI diet as I read yesterday that this can really help PCOS sufferers?

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Keysha · 29/06/2005 08:58

Hi Flobble!

It was only last week i downloaded a few ingredient of GI diet which i plan to start soon.Worth giving it a try, though with my height i shouldn't loose more than 3 kgs. Otherwise, i will be under weight. I would love to loose it around my tummy though -that is where it all goes.Used to be very flat in my early 20's.

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flobbleflobble · 29/06/2005 18:37

Hi Keysha
The reason I mention the GI diet is not for losing weight purposes but because I read that it can help with conception - this was the result of some new research which was reported in the national press this week - so might be worth looking into even if you are already at a healthy weight - it can also be a way of eating rather than a way of dieting.
Good luck
Flobble

runtus · 30/06/2005 13:01

Good luck with the whole GI thing Keysah, just don't have the will power for that myself but well done you if you can stick to it!

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Keysha · 18/07/2005 09:48

Hello,

Hope you are all well. I have been off line for a while now 1st, our connection went down so i could post a message on here.

Just to brief you. I had lapascopy ovarian drill on 9th July. It was a 2 hours procedure. All went well, unfortunately found one of my tube was damaged - could be an old infection i wasn't aware of. Due to the 3 abnominal incision(for the drill and tubes), i was down for a couple of days. I was given 7 days sick leave which was very necessary so as to completely recover. The stitches were removed on saturday. All look well.

I have resumed work today, though i have decided to take it easy this week so as to be sure am recovering well. Not started BDing either Am due for a check up with my dr this friday.

I'm very glad I went through it. Psychological, i feel so much lighter knowing that it was done and hoping for well structured cycles.

Runtus - I wish you the very best if you have not gone through this yet girl. If you have any sort of question, just let me know. Btw, i did start AF same night after the procedure that lasted for 6 days (am normally 4 days).

Meerkats - Girl, thank you so much for sharing your experience and advise on Ovarian Drill. I pray that all goes well, despite the 1 tube less -i have heard many have conceived sucessfully with one tube. Otherwise, how have you been ?

Great week to you all.

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runtus · 26/07/2005 13:24

Keysha, Glad to hear you are well and recovering from the op. I too have had mine done now, so was off all last week. Back at work today and reocvering well, just a bit sore around the stitches.

Spoke to the Dr after the op and he said it all went very well, no blockages or abnormalities and he managed to get rid of 4 cysts, so now it is just a case of wait and see I suppose.

Seems like we are all in the same boat eh? I have been told to start the Clomid again on the 2nd day of my next period, just to help things along a bit...did yours mention anything about that to you?

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Keysha · 26/07/2005 14:03

Runtus, am glad to hear you also underwent the procedure and are recovering well. That is so great. It means we are on the same boat and might share our experience. Let's wish each other the best of luck.

For my case, the Dr prescribed me with Metformin, which i will take for 3 month and then he will evaluate my situation again, particularly considering follicle tracking. Was given a go-ahead to start TTC after my last checkup. Plan to start with my next cycle as it is I don't know where i stand in terms of CD. Do you which CD you are now after the OD?

We pray our cycles will fairly normalise now the OD is done. I wish you a good recovery and let's make a point of sharing as much information that will be helpful with our TTC.

Good luck girl!

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sparklymieow · 26/07/2005 14:10

My friend has just found out she has PCOS after nearly 3 years of trying for a baby. She had a son 4 years ago, but he died at 5 months, would she get treatment on the NHS and what is avaible to her??

sparklymieow · 26/07/2005 14:11

she also only has one tube.

runtus · 26/07/2005 15:56

Keysah - it's a deal! I'll update you with any new info as I get it.

My dr basically said wait until your next cycle starts and then you will know where you are. I had my period whilst I had the op so it was a bit tricky to date when I would ov if I do this month. Good luck with the Metformin and stick with it. it is hard to do as it can make you unwell and you really don't feel like TTC if you know what i mean But stick with it!

Sparkly - as your friend has been diagnosed I am assuming she is under the treatment of a dr. In that case I would expect him to start with a course of clomid and see how that goes....along with possibly a insulin resistance blood test to see if she has and blood sugar complications. After that it really is down to her individual case and the practise she attends but there is a lot available on the NHS. What has the GP suggested is the next course of action?

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Keysha · 05/08/2005 07:58

Hi!
I just had my 1st cycle after the OD procedure early July!!! This is so amazing after having very long cycles of up to 5 months. I will definetly recommend the procedure to any PCOS who has been TTC for a long while. I'm praying for the best!

Great Wkend to you all!

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runtus · 09/08/2005 11:20

Sorry for the delay in getting back to you - not been checking MN for a bit.............

Massive congrats to you and I have my fingers well and truely crossed! We'll get there girl, just you see if we don't!

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Keysha · 22/08/2005 06:59

Hi Runtus,Sorry, I missed your post. Yes, we will get there girl. Where are you now on your cycle? My hormones misbehaved, got another cycle midway. Very confusing, so am going to see my consultant this week. It means that am getting very short cycles. Gosh, i might need to be put on maybe clomid etc on top of the metformin. However, clomid normally dries up my CM completely. Therefore, am not a fan of it!

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runtus · 24/08/2005 12:23

Hey Keysha, Nice to hear from you. I am around cd7 at the moment so waiting to see if I ov this cycle. Just finished my clomid for this month and feel really sicky but hoping that is a sign of something happening.............

We just have to wait and see I guess.

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Keysha · 24/08/2005 15:49

Runtus, great , again our journeys are the similar. I'm on CD6 and let's hope we don't get short/lengthy cycles. Lots of wishes for successful ov and BD.

Lullabelle, many congratulations for your 2nd pg. It is so wonderful that you conceived naturally though you haven't had AF since DS1. That is fantastic, though am sorry to hear about your cyst. How far are you along with the pg? Have you seen a doctor yet and what did they prescribe for you? If not, please see one asap so that they get you checked out. Please let us know you progress.

Wishing you a quick recovery and enjoyable pregnancy!

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runtus · 31/08/2005 15:28

Just thought I'd let you know I got a +ve ov test last night ! Very excited that the op seems to have worked.fingers crossed this is our month!

munz · 31/08/2005 15:48

runtus still watchin out for u good luck honney for this month really hope it's ur turn. x

runtus · 01/09/2005 09:46

I am def oving, have sore nipples and egg white CM!!!!!

runtus · 01/09/2005 09:46

Thank you for your note Munz, much appreciated!

munz · 01/09/2005 09:47

get BD'ing then girl! good luck.

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Keysha · 01/09/2005 11:02

Hi Girl,

That is so wonderful that the op has shown some changes. We needed it girl and we will get there. Get down to BD and you know my wishes for you. Good luck girl!

As for me, i think i ov early 'cause i got the sore nipples on Saturday to Monday. Or could it be metformin effect? Btw, i have lost 3 kgs since July. But i think it was ovulation 'cause was a bit crampy on monday. I never got sore nipples mid cycle before except as an early pg sign with my 2 m/c.

Let's pray for a good outcome of this operation. We have been through so much!

Hugs.

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runtus · 01/09/2005 11:23

Keysha - so glad to hear from you and to hear you had good news too. So it looks like we both had positive outcomes from the op eh? Good for us! About time we had some good news...........I was so excited by the little ov test result I haven't thrown it away yet, keeping it! Sad but true.

Nearly everyone I know says you generally don't feel when you are oving but I know I can, the only other time I have ov'd I could def feel my nipples were sore.............so I reckon I must be. Sounds like you did to.did you get to bd and make the most of it??

We are sticking to the every other day rule, to conserve 'resources'!

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Keysha · 01/09/2005 12:21

Yday was our 3rd anniversary and I prayed that I have a wonderful beginning of the 4th year . I told myself it doesn't happen now but it is a great sign it will eventually.

This operation has been most amazing with these results. This support for each other is great! Let's continue with "every other day rule" and make sure we don't get too stressed! Good luck girl and keep me posted. Likewise.

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runtus · 01/09/2005 12:25

Ahh would be fab if you could get a nice little 4th year present but I'm with you in telling myself that it won't happen now but it's not far off..........can't get our hopes up too soon.

We are going on holiday on Saturday so hoping we can forget all about it for a week and then come back refreshed and ready to go again next month.

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