Hi all,
New to the forum. I’m 34 and think I meet the criteria for PCOS (polycystic ovaries on scan, high testosterone and abnormal hormone profile). I’m waiting for follow up appointment with GP.
I do have regularish periods (though notice my cycle has become abit shorter over the years) and my BMI is at the top end of the normal range. My partner and I will be trying to conceive later this year but I am worried about conceiving given the PCOS and also my age being 34.
I know peoples experiences with PCOS seem to vary quite a lot but I had some questions:
- If I am having monthly periods with PCOS - would the first step be to TTC naturally? Or do they start Clomid straight away with PCOS?
- Should I see someone privately now? - I imagine nhs waiting list will be very long. And if so, does anyone have any good London recommendations? Would this be a gynaecologist or an endocrinologist?
Thanks in advance. I’m quite anxious because I was already quite worried about TTC at 34 and now feel like this is a second blow even though I understand it is possible to conceive naturally with PCOS. I am going to try and loose abit of weight but it is difficult and I’m probably at the upper range of the normal BMI.
thanks!